Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out about Florida's controversial 'Don't Say Gay' bill in a staff email Friday -- but doubled down on his refusal to publish a public statement against it.
New York Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out about Florida's controversial "Don't Say Gay" bill in a staff email -- but doubled down on his refusal to publish a public statement against it.
Chapek said he and Disney's leadership"unequivocally stand" with LGBTQ+ employees. He said the company, which employs over 75,000 in Florida, is committed to inclusivity in a staff email obtained by CNN Business. Disney will stop releasing films in RussiaBut Chapek did not take a stand against the bill, saying corporate statements are counterproductive and undermine"more effective ways" to implement change.