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Disney Removes Transgender Storyline From Pixar Animated Series 'Win or Lose'
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Disney quietly scrubs trans storyline from Pixar series 'Win or Lose', stoking controversy in the House of Mouse
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- Disney nixed an episode of the Pixar animated series that focused on transgender athletes, following a similar move with Marvel's 'Moon Girl' - this comes amid ongoing battles over LGBTQ+ representation in family-friendly content
- Industry insiders speculate the decision was driven by political pressure, as Disney navigates a minefield of anti-LGBTQ legislation in conservative states - the move is sure to further inflame tensions between Disney and the GOP
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Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 'Win or Lose', 'Moon Girl'