The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1731 - The Woke Disney Empire Strikes Back
May 19, 2023
Disney's cancellation of a $1 billion project reveals deeper economic struggles rather than just political tensions. The discussion highlights leadership changes at Disney and their impact on corporate strategy. There's a dive into cultural tensions, especially regarding LGBTQ+ themes in society, and the internal conflicts within the Democratic Party, contrasting the ideologies of Pete Buttigieg and Kamala Harris. The conversation concludes with a critique of political hypocrisy surrounding issues like race and the aftermath of the Afghanistan withdrawal.
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Disney's PR Spin
- Disney canceled a $1 billion Florida development, supposedly retaliating against DeSantis.
- This PR move spins Disney’s economic struggles as a woke stance against DeSantis’ policies.
The Real Reason
- Disney's cancellation is likely due to financial struggles, not solely DeSantis.
- Iger had previously expressed skepticism about the project and Disney is cutting costs.
Media Hypocrisy on Job Losses
- AOC faced no media backlash for killing 25,000-40,000 Amazon jobs in NYC.
- This contrasts with media criticism of DeSantis, highlighting media hypocrisy.
