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The ongoing legal drama just took an interesting turn today. Get a full review of the drama and the judge’s decision that shocked us all. What do you think of this ruling?
Disney vs. Governor DeSantis
The past couple of years have been turbulent between the state of Florida and The Walt Disney Company. It all started when Florida passed the Parental Rights in Education Law in 2022.
The Walt Disney Company originally remained quiet surrounding this bill despite pleas from employees and fans for them to take an official stance. Tension built until then-CEO Bob Chapek denounced the bill, but many believed it was too little, too late.
The tension between the company and the state continued to worsen as state Republicans repealed the Reedy Creek Improvement Act of 1967. This brought big operational changes to how Walt Disney World operates.
Bob Iger stated that although The Walt Disney Company did not handle the response to the Parental Rights in Education Law in the best way,he does feel that DeSantis is punishing the Walt Disney Company for practicing free speech. This is what caused Disney to sue the state of Florida.
Dismissal
Today, Judge Allen Winsor dismissed Disney’s case against Governor DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. The judge stated, “this case was resolved on motions to dismiss.”
“Planitiff’s claims against the Governor and the Department Secretary are dismissed without prejudice for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. Plaintiff’s claims against the Central Florida Oversight District board members are dismissed on the merits for failure to state a claim.”
Today, Judge Allen Winsor dismissed Disney’s case against Governor DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District.
This case is dismissed, but while it was dismissed without prejudice the Plaintiff’s case may still be heard in court at a later date. Disney was quick to make a response:
“This is an important case with serious implications for the rule of law, and it will not end here. If left unchallenged, this would set a dangerous precedent and give license to states to weaponize their official powers to punish the expression of political viewpoints they disagree with. We are determined to press forward with our case.”
What do you think of this case being dismissed? Do you think Disney or DeSantis is right in this case? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your Disney pals.
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Eric
Friday 2nd of February 2024
Time to focus Disney. When you have to do a multi page press release trying to prevent votes for board nominees publicly to deter a hostile takeover, you have bigger problems. These are the type of actions that come out of a Kmart, Enron, or blockbuster. “Nothing to worry about, we have a plan!” A plan that lost half of shareholders value and the current rise is likely due to cost cutting and not long term change.
Female
Thursday 1st of February 2024
Gee I don't know of any teacher bringing up sex in the class room . I only spent 30 years there. I also don;t know of any other state banning the dictionary. De Santos needs to get us decent insurance rates. Got mine today it went up 200 dollars for central FL, heaven knows what it is on the coast. We and our friends go to the parks once a week and there are sure a lot of Florida cars on the parking lots.
Linda
Friday 2nd of February 2024
ALL rental car companies in Florida have Florida license plates...lol
Linda
Wednesday 31st of January 2024
It should be dismissed! Disney needs to stick to family entertainment instead of trying to repeal a popular Florida Parental Rights law. Ridiculous that this has carried on this long.
Amy
Wednesday 31st of January 2024
Disney's lawsuit isn't trying to repeal any law. It has to do with the dissolution of the RCFD and the alleged abuse of power by the governor - they felt they were unfairly targeted because of public statements that did not agree with DeSantis politics.
Nick
Wednesday 31st of January 2024
Calling a law polling at 40% for and 49% against "popular" is disingenuous at best.
Irving D Sanders
Wednesday 31st of January 2024
The judge is ruling based on florida law.