Disney finds itself in the political and cultural crosshairs over "Don't Say Gay" bill
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With some workers across the U.S. threatening a walkout Tuesday, The Walt Disney Co. finds itself in a balancing act between the expectations of a diverse workforce and demands from an increasingly polarized, politicized marketplace.
On one side are LGBTQ advocates and Disney employees calling for a walkout in protest of CEO Bob Chapek's slow response in publicly criticizing Florida legislation dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" bill. The legislation, officially called the "Parental Rights in Education," bars instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity in kindergarten through third grade. It would also let parents sue school districts that violate those restrictions.
The measure passed the Florida senate earlier this week and is expected to be signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, who supports the bill. DeSantis is viewed as a likely Republican presidential candidate in 2024.
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U.S. flies long-range B-1B bomber over Korean Peninsula for first precision bombing drill in 7 years
The United States flew a long-range B-1B bomber over the Korean Peninsula on Wednesday for its first precision-guided bombing drill with South Korea in seven years, the South said Wednesday.