What Would Walt Disney Think of Beyond Scared Straight?

by | August 29, 2011

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Just read a very interesting and provocative letter from Leonard Witt of the Center for Sustainable Journalism to the CEO of Disney related to the inconsistency between the Disney vision and the latest season of Beyond Scared Straight showing on the A&E Network, owned in large part (one-third) by Disney. 

In his letter, Mr. Witt points out that the gut-wrenching, verbally abusive, and harassing behavior shown in the most recent Beyond Scared Straight airings is in direct contrast to the stated “Three core principles that guide our daily decisions and actions” at Disney as well as being contrary to all evidence about what works effectively for at-risk and delinquent youth. 

What a tragedy that Beyond Scared Straight is again even showing – and although it seems to make for decent ratings, perhaps it’s time those that can make a difference step up to the plate and do so.  So, to the Disney Corporation – make a difference! Thanks Mr. Witt.

Jim Moeser         

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