‘Moana”s Auli’i Cravalho Urges Disney To ‘Say Gay’ Amidst ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
etcanada.comAnother Disney star is urging the company to “step up” amidst Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill, also known as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
Disney faced backlash for their “silence” as the legislation that stops discussion about gender identity and sexual orientation in primary school classrooms.
Walt Disney CEO Bob Chapek did apologize for the way the company initially responded. Now “Moana” voice actress Auli’i Cravalho, who is bi-sexual, spoke to IndieWire about how Disney needs to “say ‘gay’.” “We know that representation is important, [but] real life is bills and laws being pushed forward by lawmakers that are directly funded by corporations.
It’s important that they be on the right side of history and listen,” Cravalho said. READ MORE: Oscar Isaac Slams Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill As ‘Absolutely Ridiculous’ In Song “Instead of trying to play the safe role and take a step back, take a step forward,” she continued. “Step up.
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