The Disney-DeSantis Dust-up Leaves the Left Outraged Their Tactics Were Used Against Them – Opinion

It’s funny how people are so comfortable attacking private companies, but hate it when DeSantis follows their rules.

Current issue du semaineThe state of Florida passed legislation that would strip Walt Disney Company from the special government set-asides they have enjoyed for many generations. This issue has valid arguments on both sides. Initial thoughts were mixed. While it was not easy to accept the swift and direct actions taken, they seem almost inevitable.

Many people on the left believe that it is an infringement of freedom speech and that Disney shouldn’t be penalized for its opinions as a company. This isn’t a terribly dramatic view, since Disney has not been restricted from making public statements. There is an element of denial in the debate. This isn’t as easy as an innocent company voicing their opinion without fear and then getting retaliated on.

It has decided to make a public statement on Florida’s parental right law. They will focus on its component dealing with content offered to children under age 13. Simply put, Disney is ready to fight against any law that does not directly affect its operations. Despite the fact that HR-1557 did not have any direct impact on Disney’s operations, CEO Bob Chapek promised to continue the fight.

Abigail Disney (one of the House Of Mouse’s scions) recently rants in anger, denying the amusement of Ron DeSantis having committed such a terrible offense. She slammed Republican politicians in a tirade and demanded an end to the cozy business relationships between her family and the state. DeSantis accepts her emotionally charged proposal and is now seen as wrong.

Ron DeSantis, the Florida legislature and others responded by passing new legislation. The Reedy Creek Improvement District is being dissolved. This was a 1960s provision that gave Disney full autonomy over its 40-mile area. It allowed it to build and run its own theme parks as needed. This could cost the company up to $200 million.

The bafflement comes from those voices expressing outrage at the temerity of DeSantis to enact this move against a business — as if this has not already been the common practice from those on the left. Colorado’s governor Jared Polis gave a presser where he boldly invited Disney and Twitter to his state, over DeSantis’ comments. His ignorance was on full display, as he clearly was unaware that Twitter already has a headquarters in Boulder, but he also is unaware that his business-friendly message was stunted by his own state’s history.

Remember the endless legal struggles of Masterpiece Cake ShopWhen a Lakewood business refused to serve gay marriage ceremonies, it was forced to conform with the company’s religious policies. Businesses across the country were faced with similar requirements in a similar manner. It was the Memories Pizza There is controversy as well as there being a New Mexico wedding photographerWashingtonFlowersKentucky Clothing companyThere are many more. All of these cases involved businesses being targeted with laws to change their standards and practices.

In relation to Disney, DeSantis does not do such a thing. DeSantis’ response was hostile legislation-targeting action. In response to this, the state government removed a provision that the company had been granted. There are screams of dismay that First Amendment rights have been violated. It isn’t true. Disney will not be stopped speaking up, and they won’t have to modify their business operations in any way, as was the case with these cases. 

It also places leftists and members of the media in the awkward position – for them – of defending a version of corporate welfare. They also forget that even though the First Amendment allows freedom of expression, it does not guarantee you’re free to experience the consequences of what your words say. Disney cannot be forced to silence or compelled into changing its ways. It chose to fight in a political battle; it cannot be protected against being hurt.

We need to look only back at when to see examples of how the government has tried to silence speech. Targeted news organizationsAnd independent As a rule, reporters were placed in the same place. under governmental surveillance for their work – by then-President Barack Obama. 

DeSantis’s decision and that of the legislature in general should have been vetted more before passing the legal standard. But, placing the law on par with prior challenges to the First Amendment for business is not fair. A cut off of government benefits does not go far enough to stop coerced activity or outright silence of journalist outlets.

A governor resorting back to methods they’ve supported for more than ten years has caused outrage among media and the left. They were allowed to force businesses to comply with their agenda, but now they have a blueprint for how to deal with the woke corporations who are trying to push their agendas. Although the method may not be comfortable, it is acceptable.