Disney World just took a giant step away from wokeness with a small change in its parks that has the normies cheering. According to park visitors, the automated announcements are once again using the phrase “Ladies and Gentlemen.” This is a change from the parks originally pivoting to use more “inclusive” language on their properties. The revelation about Disney’s foray into progressivism came in 2022 when journalist Chris Rufo released video recordings from employee all-hands meetings at the company. One of the clips showed Vivian Ware, who was at the time serving as Disney’s diversity and inclusion manager, explaining how Disney altered gendered greetings and language in its theme parks for live spiels and other aspects of the park in 2021. “We trained, we provided training for all of our cast members in relationship to that. So now they know it’s ‘Hello, everyone,’ or ‘Hello, friends,’” Ware explained. “We don’t want to just assume because someone might be, in our interpretation, may be presenting as female, that they may not want to be called ‘princess,’” she went on. “So let’s think differently about how do we really engage with our guests in a meaningful and inclusive way that makes it magical and memorable for everyone.”  The company released a statement that same year, confirming that its aim is for “guests to see their own backgrounds and traditions reflected in the stories, experiences and products they encounter in their interactions with Disney.” “That means cultivating an environment where all people feel welcomed and appreciated for their unique life experiences, perspectives and culture,” it said. “Where we celebrate allyship and support for each other. And where diverse views and ideas are sought after as critical contributions towards our collective success.” Now Disney World visitors are overjoyed to hear their favorite theme park is ditching the virtue signaling. “It was very nice to hear that ‘Ladies and Gentlemen’ has returned to the Magic Kingdom Express Monorail recently!” one X user shared earlier this month alongside a video clip of the greeting being used. “For context, it was removed around 2021 when Disney tried to make the parks more ‘inclusive,’” a follow-up post added. It was very nice to hear that “Ladies and Gentlemen” has returned to the Magic Kingdom Express Monorail recently! pic.twitter.com/PqtBI6u2qx — Theme Park Cheetah (@GreenCheetah99) April 7, 2026 “We’re so f***ing back,” a reply to that post said. “Thank goodness!” Elon Musk agreed, prompting another person to reply, “Finally, sanity returns to the Magic Kingdom. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls;  the spell is broken. The woke experiment failed, and reality just won the day. Disney heard the parents. The kids deserve magic, not lectures. Thank goodness indeed.” “The world is healing,” Libs of TikTok added.

Fresh polling shows two Republican candidates leading the race to replace California Gov. Gavin Newsom, days after Democrats pushed former congressman Eric Swalwell to drop out. Among 1,000 likely California primary voters, Republican Steve Hilton leads with 17%, with Republican Chad Bianco and Democrat Tom Steyer closely behind, 14.4% and 14.1%, respectively, according to a new Emerson College Polling/Inside California Politics survey. Democrat Xavier Becerra follows at 10.4%, Democrat Katie Porter at 10.3%, and Democrat Matt Mahan at 5.4%. Former State Controller Betty Yee, State Schools Supt. Tony Thurmond, and former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa each registered 3% support or less. Almost one in four voters remains undecided. In other words, it’s a wide-open race. “In the first Emerson poll since Eric Swalwell’s departure from the race for Governor, Democrats now split their vote between Tom Steyer (20%), Xavier Becerra (19%), and Katie Porter (15%), with Becerra gaining 15 points among Democrats without Swalwell on the ballot,” Spencer Kimball, executive director of Emerson College Polling, said. Despite President Trump’s endorsement, California Republicans remain split, with 48% supporting Hilton and 40% Bianco. More than 40% ranked the economy as the most important issue facing California. The economic anxiety comes as residents of Los Angeles County — the most populous county in the United States — report a record low quality of life, according to an annual UCLA survey published Wednesday. Frustration with rising prices has left independents up for grabs: 16% support Steyer, 15% support Hilton, 14% back Bianco, and 10% favor Porter, according to the survey. It’s the first high-quality poll of the crowded field since Swalwell suspended his campaign and resigned from Congress following a wave of sexual assault allegations. A 5th woman on Tuesday accused Swalwell of sexual assault, alleging the disgraced lawmaker drugged her drink and raped her in Southern California. “He raped me, and he choked me. And while he was choking me, I lost consciousness,” model Lonna Drewes said at a Beverly Hills press conference. “And I thought I died. I did not consent to any sexual activity.” Both the Manhattan and Los Angeles district attorneys’ offices have launched investigations into Swalwell. Swalwell’s attorney, Sara Azari, said the former congressman “categorically and unequivocally denies” all allegations of sexual misconduct. “These accusations are false, fabricated, and deeply offensive – a calculated and transparent political hit job designed to destroy the reputation of a man who has spent twenty years in public service,” Azaria said in a statement. Swalwell’s name will still appear on next month’s June 2 primary ballot. Under California’s “jungle primary” system, the top two vote-getters advance to the general election in November regardless of party.

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Dan Caine offered a moving testimonial to the members of the American Navy on Thursday, declaring, “Far and away, the most important thing — important weapon — on board these ships is the American sailor.” Speaking at a press briefing alongside Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and CENTCOM’s Brad Cooper, Caine began, “I want to talk briefly today about the men and women enforcing the blockade, America’s sailors and Marines, particularly our destroyer and surface forces. When we talk about an American destroyer, it’s important that you and the American people understand their capabilities.” “An Arleigh Burke class destroyer is the backbone of the United States Navy surface fleet,” he continued. “Over 500 feet long, they displace 9,000 tons and it is the sports car of the United States Navy. From the keel to the mast, they stand nearly 10 stories tall, and their four gas turbine engines can drive the ship at 30-plus knots. These ships are armed to the teeth with surface-to-air missiles, land attack cruise missiles, anti-ship missiles, anti-submarine rockets, torpedoes, five-inch naval guns, multiple electronic warfare systems. Embarked helicopters extend the reach and capability of each and every one of these destroyers.” Then he turned to the American warriors: “But far and away, the most important thing — important weapon — on board these ships is the American sailor. Over 300 warfighters are the heart and soul of these warships. At sea sometimes for months, and these ships, out in the CENTCOM AOR, have been out there for months. They operate around the clock in a constant state of readiness delivering for our joint force.” “It’s hot in the engine room,” he explained. “The engineering team keeps the lights on and the ship powered and able to respond to the orders from the bridge. On that bridge, our sailors maintain a constant watch, maneuvering the ship tactically and safely through all congested water space — and there is a lot out there. It is like driving a sports car through a supermarket parking lot on a payday weekend with thousands of kids in that parking lot as you attempt to maneuver through there to get to that ship that would attempt to run that blockade.” “Down in the Combat Information Center, the CIC, the Tactical Warfare Center of the ship, that is where the decisions are made,” he said. “As threats appear, these young sailors are making real-time decisions on how to identify these threats and handle them, and they always deliver. These ships are run by the youngest sailors in our surface warfare Navy. The helmsman, the sailor on the watch at the bridge, is normally just between 18 to 19 years old, and they are trusted to drive this warship through that supermarket parking lot without hitting anything. The conning officer, an equally young commissioned officer who’s normally just a few years out of college, is the one who is giving that young helmsman the orders on where to take that American warship to execute the mission that the secretary and the president has given us.” He concluded, “These are incredibly well-trained sailors. They are led by incredible leaders, salty, experienced leaders and trusted with deep responsibility. And I’m so humbled and proud of America’s Navy. These sailors choose to take the road less traveled to go into the historic surface navy and they deliver every single day.”

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said Wednesday that the Biden administration knew the man suspected of murdering a DHS employee had a checkered criminal history, but granted him citizenship anyway. Mullin said that 26-year-old Olaolukitan Adon Abel had an established criminal pattern before he was granted citizenship in 2022 by the Biden administration. Abel was arrested earlier this week for murdering 40-year-old DHS employee Lauren Bullis in DeKalb County, Georgia, while she was out walking her dog. “This individual not just had a pattern of criminal activity, but his pattern was every April. Every April, he had escalated his criminal activity, and the Biden administration knew this, law enforcement knew this, and they decided not to just deport him, but they allowed him to become a citizen, and then he escalated it to the point he did now,” Mullin said during an interview with Fox News host Laura Ingraham. Lauren Bullis, a DHS employee, was shot and stabbed while she was walking her dog by a citizen naturalized by the Biden administration. This horrific incident is a devastating loss for the entire DHS community.@SecMullinDHS pic.twitter.com/3QyPIbffEG — Homeland Security (@DHSgov) April 15, 2026 Abel was arrested on Monday after police said that he went on a random killing spree that left Bullis and another woman dead, and a homeless man seriously injured. Bullis was shot and stabbed while out walking her dog Monday morning. Born in the United Kingdom, Abel has an extensive criminal history including convictions for sexual battery, battery against a police officer, obstruction, assault with a deadly weapon, and vandalism. Mullin said it did not appear to be a targeted killing, but said there must have been some connection to the month of April. “So the question is, why April? There must have been something in his life that was triggering April, that he was acting out, but there was a direct pattern to it,” he said. Bullis worked in the Office of Inspector General for the Department of Homeland Security as an auditor. “In every role she held, Lauren exemplified dedication to the OIG mission. Lauren approached her work with integrity, thoughtfulness, and a commitment to excellence that strengthened our organization and the communities we serve,” DHS said Wednesday. “Beyond her professional accomplishments, Lauren was a bright spot for so many of the DHS community. She brought warmth, kindness, and a genuine sense of care to her colleagues each day.”

On Tuesday’s episode of The View, it was Joy Behar’s turn to play biblical scholar. The longtime co-host confidently asserted: “Jesus himself did not run around saying, ‘I’m the Messiah, I’m the Messiah.’” Co-host Sara Haines, to her credit, immediately responded with the obvious: “That’s exactly what Jesus said, ‘I am the Messiah.’” Let that sink in. One of television’s most prominent voices just rewrote the Gospels on live television because it was politically convenient. This is what passes for insight on daytime television. And don’t forget that ABC considers The View a news show. Let’s do what Behar clearly hasn’t: open a Bible. In John 4, Jesus sits down with the Samaritan woman at the well. She says the Messiah is coming. Jesus replies plainly: “I who speak to you am He.” In John 8:58, He declares, “Before Abraham was, I am” — a direct claim to the divine name of God from Exodus 3:14. The religious leaders tried to stone Him on the spot for blasphemy. During His trial before the high priest Caiaphas in Matthew 26, when asked if He was the Christ, the Son of the Blessed, Jesus answered, “I am.” That confession is what led directly to His crucifixion. The entire trial and execution hinge on Jesus affirming His identity as the promised Messiah. Is Joy Behar having a Joe Biden moment? Jesus didn’t “run around” shouting it like a campaign slogan, but He most certainly claimed it — repeatedly and clearly and with divine authority. He spoke as one with authority over the Law itself. The very reason He was crucified was because He claimed to be the Messiah. This isn’t just garden-variety ignorance. It’s the sneering arrogance of the secular Left, which loves a neutered, hippie version of Jesus who never makes any uncomfortable truth claims. In reality, the real Jesus is far too politically incorrect for The View set. He’s the one who called religious hypocrites a “brood of vipers” and insisted He was the exclusive path to salvation. Joy Behar and company like to memory-hole the parts of the story that don’t fit their narrative. The View has long been a safe space for this kind of casual anti-Christian contempt. From Whoopi Goldberg’s historical illiteracy to the panel’s routine sneers at Christian nationalists, these multimillionaire celebrities treat faith as either a joke or a weapon, depending on the target. Behar isn’t just wrong here, she’s confidently, arrogantly wrong. The kind of wrong that only comes from someone who hasn’t cracked open a Bible since she “lost her faith” to “find herself.” The irony is thicker than her makeup. These are the same hosts who invoke Jesus when they want to shame conservatives about immigration or taxes, but the second a Republican does anything remotely culturally Christian, suddenly He’s just some vague figure who never made any bold claims about Himself. Meanwhile, actual Christianity — the kind grounded in Scripture — remains the most persecuted faith on earth, absorbing violence while progressives like Behar lecture us from their cushy ABC perch about who the real threat is. While Behar was busy screaming to America about narcissism during Holy Week, millions of Christians were celebrating the holiest days of the year — the week the Messiah did exactly what the Gospels record: He claimed His title, carried His cross, and rose from the dead three days later to prove every word true. Next time Joy wants to play Bible scholar, maybe she should try reading one first.