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Disney under pressure from Human Rights Groups over “Don’t Say Gay” Bill
Disney has come under fire for staying silent amid political attacks against LGBTQ+ families in Florida
The Human Rights Campaign plans to refuse the donation Disney CEO Bob Chapek pledged to the organization until meaningful action is taken to ensure laws like Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill isn’t passed.
“The Human Rights Campaign will not accept this money from Disney until we see them build on their public commitment and work with LGTBQ+ advocates to ensure that dangerous proposals, like Florida’s, Don’t Say Gay or Trans bill, don’t become dangerous laws,” says Joni Madison, interim president of the Human Rights Campaign.
The statement says Disney “took a regrettable stance by choosing to stay silent amid political attacks against LGBTQ+ families in Florida.”
Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Bob Chapek has expressed concerns about Florida’s controversial bill meant to limit classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Speaking during Disney’s annual shareholder meeting, Chapek said Disney had pledged $5 million to LGBTQ+ rights groups including the Human Rights Campaign, and said the company would sign the organization’s statement opposing anti-gay legislation.
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But the Human Rights Campaign wants to see more action.
“HRC encourages Disney, and all employers, to continue to fight for their employees — many of whom bravely spoke out to say their CEO’s silence was unacceptable — and the LGBTQ+ community by working with us and state and local LGBTQ+ groups to ensure these dangerous anti-equality proposals that harm LGBTQ+ families and kids have no place in Florida,” the statement continues.
“Every student deserves to be seen, and every student deserves an education that prepares them for health and success — regardless of who they are. This should be the beginning of Disney’s advocacy efforts rather than the end.”
Chapek also said that Disney signed a national business statement opposing anti-LGBTQ state legislation and that LGBTQ members of the company’s senior team in Florida would be meeting with Gov. Rob DeSantis.
During Wednesday’s meeting, Chapek told shareholders, “We were opposed to the bill from the outset, but we chose not to take a public position on it because we thought we could be more effective working behind the scenes working with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.”
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Crypto crash alert: Bitcoin and Ethereum plunge amid market turmoil
Crypto market downturn hits Bitcoin and Ethereum; insights on volatility, recovery, and long-term targets from Oz Sultan.
Crypto market downturn hits Bitcoin and Ethereum; insights on volatility, recovery, and long-term targets from Oz Sultan.
The crypto market is facing a sharp downturn as Bitcoin and Ethereum see significant losses, sparking concerns among investors. Analysts warn of continued volatility but remain cautiously optimistic about a rebound by 2026–2027.
We sit down with Oz Sultan from Sultan Interactive Group to break down what’s driving this market shake-up. From $608 million in liquidations to the impact on overall market sentiment, we explore what this means for both short-term traders and long-term investors.
Get insights on Bitcoin’s long-term targets, potential recovery trends, and what historical data suggests for the future of cryptocurrency.
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Airbus hit by new A320 fuselage panel defect triggering share price drop
Airbus faces manufacturing issues with A320 fuselage panels, impacting shares but confirming safety for in-service aircraft.
Airbus faces manufacturing issues with A320 fuselage panels, impacting shares but confirming safety for in-service aircraft.
Airbus is confronting a fresh manufacturing issue after discovering a quality defect in several dozen fuselage panels used on A320-family jets. The revelation sparked investor concern, with shares falling by up to 10% as the news broke.
While the newly identified flaw has caused some delivery delays, Airbus confirms that aircraft already in service are safe and unaffected. The defect is limited to a specific batch of panels, and all new production now meets required standards.
The company has apologised for the disruption and says it is working closely with suppliers to prevent a repeat of the issue.
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Bitcoin tanks as markets turn risk-off and tech stocks slide
Bitcoin drops over 7% to $84,555, its lowest in a week, amid waning investor confidence and bearish market pressures.
Bitcoin drops over 7% to $84,555, its lowest in a week, amid waning investor confidence and bearish market pressures.
Bitcoin has suffered a sharp decline, falling more than 7% and slipping to $84,555 — its lowest point in over a week. After a brutal November where BTC shed more than $18,000, its biggest dollar drop since mid-2021, investor confidence is wavering. Analysts say multiple pressures, including negative ratings for major stablecoins, are amplifying bearish sentiment across the market.
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