DeSantis Threw Another Disney Temper Tantrum: Taxes And Tolls Edition

So, I just read this crazy article about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis throwing a fit again. This time it’s about taxes and tolls at Disney World. Apparently, the governor is super upset that Walt Disney World doesn’t have to pay certain taxes and has its own private toll roads.

Basically, DeSantis is pushing for legislation that would require Disney World to start paying taxes and using public roads instead of their own private ones. He thinks it’s unfair that the park gets to operate without paying the same taxes as other businesses in Florida.

But Disney has a pretty strong case for why they shouldn’t have to pay these taxes. They argue that they provide their own security, transportation, and waste management, which saves taxpayers a ton of money. Plus, a lot of the revenue they generate benefits the state indirectly.

I gotta say, I can see both sides here. On one hand, it does seem a little unfair that Disney World gets special treatment. But on the other hand, the park really does bring in a ton of money for Florida’s economy. And let’s be real, it’s one of the most magical places on earth.

Personally, I have some mixed feelings about DeSantis as a governor. On one hand, I appreciate that he’s been pushing for some reforms and trying to make some positive changes in the state. But on the other hand, he seems to have these tantrums every time something doesn’t go his way.

Overall, I think this article is important because it raises some interesting questions about the relationship between big corporations and the government. Should Disney World be forced to pay the same taxes as everyone else? Or should they be allowed to operate under their own rules because of the benefits they bring to the state? It’s definitely something to think about.