Disney Ceo Bob Iger's Book Hints At How He'll Handle Company's Feud With Ron Desantis

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Thu, 06/01/2023 - 11:02am

Disney CEO Bob Iger and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are in a battle over whether Walt Disney World can maintain its special privileges.Daniele Venturelli/WireImage/Getty Images and Eugene Hoshiko/POOL/AFP/Getty Images Disney is in a protracted battle with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, now a 2024 presidential candidate. The corporate world is closely watching how it'll all unfold. Insider turned to Disney CEO Bob Iger's 2019 book for insight on how he navigates challenges. The battle over who controls Walt Disney World's land is one of the most fascinating stories in business and politics.On the one side is Republican Gov.

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