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Friday, May 26, 2023

WELCOME TO FLORIDA: STRANGE WORLD

 


WELCOME TO FLORIDA

 STRANGE WORLD

In a world where Disney movies are loved by all, it's hard to imagine anyone having a problem with the film "Strange World." But apparently, one Hernando Co. school board member, Shannon Rodriguez, just can't seem to handle the fact that the movie includes an out, gay character.

In response to her blatant lack of support for those working in schools, an online petition has been created to remove Rodriguez from her position. And it seems that the complaint has hit a whopping 18,000 names - that's a lot of people who don't want a Disney villain on their school board!

It's not just the petitioners who are outraged, either. Even Gov. Goofy DeSantis, who famously declared "don't say gay," seems to be on board with the idea that Rodriguez needs to go. It's almost as if all the Disney villains have come to life, and one of them just happens to be sitting on the school board.

But let's be real - why would anyone have a problem with a gay character in a Disney movie? It's not like they're promoting anything harmful or inappropriate. In fact, they're just promoting love and acceptance - something that we could all use a little more of in our lives.

So, Shannon Rodriguez, if you're reading this, it's time to get with the program. Embrace diversity and inclusion, and stop being a Disney villain in real life. Or else, you might just find yourself out of a job.

Petition to remove Hernando Co. school board member for Disney movie complaint hits 18K names https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/local/state/2023/05/26/petition-to-remove-hernando-county-leader-for-disney-complaint-hits-18000-names/70260425007/ via @tdonline 

Florida teacher investigated by state agency for showing Disney movie in class https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/local/state/2023/05/14/florida-teacher-investigated-by-desantis-admin-for-showing-disney-film-strange-world/70211841007/ via @tdonline