Disney is reportedly backing away from the culture wars.

Disney appears to be back off of cultural and political wars after years of backlash

This billion-dollar company has recently taken an active role in distancing itself from hot political issues. In a move that appears to signal a shift in priorities, for example, the company confirmed to Fox News Digital on Tuesday that it will remove a transgender storyline from Pixar’s animated series “Win or Lose.” About to be released

“When it comes to animated content for young audiences, We realize that many parents would like to discuss certain matters with their children. their own conditions and timeline,” the spokesperson said.

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This is in stark contrast to what has been seen as a focus on diversity and inclusion in its films in recent years. Some credit this to continued box office failures and disappointments in 2023, as movies begin to see more success with apolitical films like “Deadpool & Wolverine” and “Moana 2.” ” Recently, experts believe this could be a shift back to entertainment.

“Disney has a product: entertainment,” Charles Elson, former director of the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware, told the Los Angeles Times. “It shouldn’t be political.”

In addition to entertainment Disney was also cited as a factor behind ABC News’ recent deal with President Donald Trump earlier this month. Trump sued the Disney-owned news company for defamation after host George Stephanopoulos repeatedly claimed on air that he had been found to “Is responsible for rape” even though he is actually responsible for “Sexual harassment” has a different definition under New York law.

Disney CEO Bob Iger said the company is pushing the message. “Entertainment must come first” (Jerod Harris/Getty Images for Vox Media)

Instead of continuing with the expensive trial, ABC News and Trump reached a settlement with ABC News paying $15 million to the Trump Presidential Foundation and Museum. Including $1 million in legal fees, the move has faced pushback from many liberal critics who believe the company is bowing to Trump.

“When you enter politics You’re making a statement,” Elson said. “And when you leave, That will become a statement.”

“You don’t want to argue with the head of the government that controls you,” he added. “Politics is bad for business.”

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The feeling is Shared by CEO Bob Iger In an interview with CNBC earlier this year,

“I think the voice has softened. I preached this at the company long before I left. And since I came back Our number one goal is entertainment,” said Iger. “The bottom line is that putting the message in is the number one priority in our movies and TV shows, not what we’re doing. They need to be entertaining. and where the Disney Company can positively impact the world. Whether it’s cultivating acceptance and understanding of all types of people is great.”

Recently, Disney avoided getting involved in political issues by removing a transgender storyline. And it recently made a deal with President-elect Donald Trump. (Istock)

“But in general We have to be primarily an entertainment company,” he added.

Fox News Digital has reached out to Disney for comment.

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