Marvel denounces anti-LGBTQ+ laws following Disney response to 'Don't Say Gay' bill
Marvel Studios on Wednesday backed the LGBTQ+ community and condemned recent legislation to curtail LGBTQ+ rights after Disney's chaotic response to Florida's Parental Rights in Education bill, known to its critics as the "Don't Say Gay" bill.
"We strongly denounce any and ALL legislation that infringes on the basic human rights of the LGBTQIA+ community," Marvel, which is owned by Disney, wrote Wednesday in a statement posted to Twitter. "Marvel Studios stands for hope, inclusivity and strength; and we proudly stand with the community."
"Today, we pledge to continue our strong commitment as allies who promote the values of equality, acceptance and respect," Marvel added.
The statement comes after Disney's response to the controversial Florida bill, which would restrict classroom instruction related to sexual orientation or gender identity in the state's primary schools, was criticized by employees and LGBTQ+ advocates.
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