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**Jack** · Apr 8, 2007, 12:00 am

Since Disney is an entertainment giant, I thought I'd post this here.

Once against it appears acceptance by society is dictated by economic considerations. Don't get me wrong, I think this is a great step forward in the lessening of restrictions on gays participating equally in social events. But I also realize that it's a desire to increase their income that really prompted this change in policy. It's nice to do something that's both progressive and profitable.
(It must really get on Fox's nerves to have to report this...)

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The Walt Disney Co. has changed its policy to allow same-sex couples to participate in a popular Fairy Tale Wedding program it runs mainly at its two U.S. resorts and cruise line, a Disney spokesman said on Thursday.

Disney previously allowed gay couples to organize their own weddings or commitment ceremonies at rented meeting rooms at the resorts, but had barred them from purchasing its Fairy Tale Wedding package and holding the event at locations at Disneyland and Walt Disney World set aside specifically for weddings.

"We are updating our Fairy Tale Wedding guidelines to include commitment ceremonies," Disney Parks and Resorts spokesman Donn Walker said. "This is consistent with our policy of creating a welcoming, respectful and inclusive environment for all of our guests."

Walker said the change was prompted by "an inquiry from a guest that asked about this service."

Disney had allowed gay couples to take part in its vow renewals program but excluded them from buying wedding packages by requiring a valid marriage license from California or Florida, which do not permit or recognize gay marriages.

Disney's Fairy Tale Wedding packages start at $8,000 and include a wedding planner, the ceremony, food and beverages, flowers and table decorations.

The Lavish Wedding Option also includes a ride to the ceremony in the Cinderella coach, costumed trumpeters heralding the couple's arrival, and attendance by Mickey and Minnie Mouse characters dressed in formal attire. (Ish: OMG, the queens are gonna love this!)

Disney has come under fire from religious conservatives, including the Southern Baptist Convention, who have accused the company of promoting a gay agenda.(Ish: Yeah, now every little girl and boy will want to become Mousekaqueers. Aren't Mickey and Goofy gay enough? Donald and his nephews? Sure, nothing weird about that.)

"We are not in the business of making judgments about the lifestyle of our guests. We are in the hospitality business and our parks and resorts are open to everyone," Walker said.

Mozart1220 · Apr 8, 2007, 01:00 am

Well, it's a start. Now the right will find ways to bash Disneyland. Stay tuned.

gw120 · Apr 8, 2007, 01:23 am

I say they make a new movie about two princes who fall in love secretly, like a medieval broke back mountain.

phoenix_fire · Apr 8, 2007, 01:28 am

Well, Disney hasn't exactly been all that (comparatively) hostile to homosexuality. As a matter of fact, they've had "gay week" for several years. Back eons ago when I was still in high school, our band went to Disney World. The first day that we were there (our water park day) happened to be the last day of Gay Week. Seeing overweight dudes in speedos frenching was a real culture shock for us kids from Houston (by gosh) Texas.

tinybear · Apr 8, 2007, 01:44 am

Is nothing sacred anymore?

**Jack** · Apr 8, 2007, 02:35 am

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I say they make a new movie about two princes who fall in love secretly, like a medieval broke back mountain.

... starring Chip and Dale.

Compugasm · Apr 8, 2007, 04:43 am

What freaks would get married at Disneyland to begin with?

Hmm · Apr 8, 2007, 09:05 am

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Is nothing sacred anymore?

Intolerance at its best.

Compugasm · Apr 8, 2007, 09:56 am

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Is nothing sacred anymore?

What is sacred about cartoon characters wearing shirts, but no pants? Or jackets but no shirts? You call it sacred, I say freakish and weird.

Chaossaber314 · Apr 8, 2007, 10:21 am

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What freaks would get married at Disneyland to begin with?

I was just thinking the same thing, but then I thought about all the women I know who still run around really believing the messages of Disney Movies.

tinybear · Apr 8, 2007, 11:54 am

I'm just waiting for the the latest Disney remake of Sleeping Beauty when the Princess' lesbian lover wakes her up from her 100-year slumber with a lesbian kiss.

(How's that for tolerance, folks?)

phoenix_fire · Apr 9, 2007, 01:01 pm

Well *scratches head* the thing is that most Disney stuff doesn't really go that far into the territory of sexuality. The movies are usually remakes of classic stories and most of these are decidedly heterosexual. If you're waiting for a Disney cartoon that you can take home to the kids that has a homosexual message, don't hold your breath. It's not antagonism. It's just the market.

Compugasm · Apr 9, 2007, 01:27 pm

That Little Mermaid looks like a tease though.

phoenix_fire · Apr 9, 2007, 02:28 pm

She's a stereotypical mermaid. Looks like practically every image of a mermaid you've ever seen.

pikatore · Apr 9, 2007, 02:38 pm

Why? Is ariel a closet gay?

Mozart1220 · Apr 9, 2007, 05:14 pm

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Is nothing sacred anymore?

No, and most things shouldn't be.

Compugasm · Apr 9, 2007, 05:21 pm

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She's a stereotypical mermaid. Looks like practically every image of a mermaid you've ever seen.

Yes, she's very... perky.

Lullaby Chainer · Apr 9, 2007, 05:30 pm

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Yes, she's very... perky.

Damn.. all of the Disney characters are impossibly proportioned. Look at Tinkerbell.

tman_ndsu08 · Apr 9, 2007, 05:45 pm

TnA baby

phoenix_fire · Apr 9, 2007, 06:19 pm

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Damn.. all of the Disney characters are impossibly proportioned. Look at Tinkerbell.

I find it amusing that you say so...when anime girls are ten thousand times worse. I love anime, but those girls defy the laws of physics.

Apr 8, 2007, 01:00 am	#2 (permalink) (top)
Mozart1220 Igneous Magma Posts: 687	Well, it's a start. Now the right will find ways to bash Disneyland. Stay tuned. Big Jr is watching you!

Apr 8, 2007, 01:23 am	#3 (permalink) (top)
gw120 Stabbed By Satan Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 247	I say they make a new movie about two princes who fall in love secretly, like a medieval broke back mountain. Economic Left/Right: -9.25 Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: -5.79 Reality is fantasy; Facts are perception.

Apr 8, 2007, 01:28 am	#4 (permalink) (top)
phoenix_fire Paladin Location: Narnia Posts: 4,277	Well, Disney hasn't exactly been all that (comparatively) hostile to homosexuality. As a matter of fact, they've had "gay week" for several years. Back eons ago when I was still in high school, our band went to Disney World. The first day that we were there (our water park day) happened to be the last day of Gay Week. Seeing overweight dudes in speedos frenching was a real culture shock for us kids from Houston (by gosh) Texas. Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm; for love is as strong as death, its jealousy unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire, like a mighty flame. -- Song 8:6

Apr 8, 2007, 04:43 am	#7 (permalink) (top)
Compugasm Son of X51 Location: San Diego Posts: 3,780	What freaks would get married at Disneyland to begin with? Death to Videodrome! Long live The New flesh!

Apr 9, 2007, 01:01 pm	#12 (permalink) (top)
phoenix_fire Paladin Location: Narnia Posts: 4,277	Well scratches head the thing is that most Disney stuff doesn't really go that far into the territory of sexuality. The movies are usually remakes of classic stories and most of these are decidedly heterosexual. If you're waiting for a Disney cartoon that you can take home to the kids that has a homosexual message, don't hold your breath. It's not antagonism. It's just the market. Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm; for love is as strong as death, its jealousy unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire, like a mighty flame. -- Song 8:6

Apr 8, 2007, 01:44 am	#5 (permalink) (top)
tinybear Volcanic Erupter Location: Hong Kong (for now) Posts: 7,100	Is nothing sacred anymore?

Apr 8, 2007, 11:54 am	#11 (permalink) (top)
tinybear Volcanic Erupter Location: Hong Kong (for now) Posts: 7,100	I'm just waiting for the the latest Disney remake of Sleeping Beauty when the Princess' lesbian lover wakes her up from her 100-year slumber with a lesbian kiss. (How's that for tolerance, folks?)

Apr 9, 2007, 01:27 pm	#13 (permalink) (top)
Compugasm Son of X51 Location: San Diego Posts: 3,780	That Little Mermaid looks like a tease though. Death to Videodrome! Long live The New flesh!

Apr 9, 2007, 02:28 pm	#14 (permalink) (top)
phoenix_fire Paladin Location: Narnia Posts: 4,277	She's a stereotypical mermaid. Looks like practically every image of a mermaid you've ever seen. Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm; for love is as strong as death, its jealousy unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire, like a mighty flame. -- Song 8:6

Apr 9, 2007, 02:38 pm	#15 (permalink) (top)
pikatore A Celestial Monkey Location: In England Posts: 1,613	Why? Is ariel a closet gay? "Cheese is a kind of meat, a tasty yellow beef" - Mighty Boosh Economic Left/Right: -0.50 Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: -1.38

Apr 9, 2007, 05:45 pm	#19 (permalink) (top)
tman_ndsu08 BANNED Posts: 5,021	TnA baby