Morrell has been proven correct in recent weeks, after Disney quickly reversed its decision to stay silent amid large protests from Disney employees. Ron DeSantis, who has championed the bill, would use Disney as a punching bag if the company opposed the bill.
Morrell also feared potential 2024 presidential candidates Donald Trump and Florida Gov. He feared if Disney took a public stand against 'Don't Say Gay,' the company may also have to publicly fight future human rights issues, including potential offenses from China, an important market for Disney content. Morrell's thinking, according to people familiar with the matter, was based on setting precedent.
