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WDWNT Daily Recap (8/31/21): Walt Disney World to Release 50th Anniversary Happy Meal Toys at McDonalds, Bambi and Thumper Join Fab 50 Character Collection, Fall Decorations Arrive at Disneyland, and More

August 31, 2021

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Disney & Other Corporations Launch Plan to Fight $3.5 Trillion Economic Package

August 31, 2021

by Ashley

A Washington Post article this morning dropped Disney’s name as they explained a plan to fight against the Democratic tax plan. Currently, there is a still-forming economic plan with intents to expand Medicare coverage, offer universal pre-kindergarten to all children, provide new help to low-income families, and invest substantial sums toward combating climate change. All … Read more

National Museum of American History Shares How The Smithsonian Acquired Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Mad Tea Party Ride Vehicles from Disneyland

August 13, 2020

by Matthew Soberman

For 65 years, Disneyland has been a part of America’s culture and history. That status was officially sealed fifteen years ago when ride vehicles from two beloved attractions were acquired by the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C. The museum, part of the famed Smithsonian Institution, recently shared how those attractions were chosen … Read more