an outburst at the Hall of Presidents

[The Bookseller]

Wouldn't it have been a hoot if a couple of CM's came out dressed like the secret service personnel and took him out. of the building..

I do believe that having the Secret Service "Suits" as standard CM costume for the exibit would be really cool. After all, this is a hall full of presidents!

[LoriMistress]

Is this typically allowed? A few weeks ago, our family went to the Hall of Presidents. When it came to the part where all of the presidents get introduced, a man in the crowd began to "boo" really loudly and make a scene when George Bush was introduced and kept at it to the point where we couldn't hear much of what was being said when George Bush was making the speech. Now I understand that everyone has different feelings about the president, but is it really necessary to display them during a WDW attraction? Regardless of whether or not you like the current president, shouldn't you still be respectful? And if not respectful for the president, at least respectful of the other guests that are trying to hear the show? I was really surprised that a CM did not ask this man to be quiet. Has anyone else witnessed such an outburst at the Hall of Presidents?

I've never had experienced anyone heckling at THOP, but I have heard (and been apart of) when the crowd would groan when Michael Eizner was in the One Man's Dream movie in MGM/DHS.

[snifflesmcg]

Although I have wanted to boo, I would never let my disdain for a politician ruin someone else's viewing of HoP. I keep it in during the show, then give my family an earful when its over. In fact, I usually skip this attraction because it brings up feelings and who wants to be angry at WDW? I don't know why someone with so little self-control would even go into the HoP. He must have known that W was depicted in the show, why put himself and the other people in the theater in that position?

I've never had experienced anyone heckling at THOP, but I have heard (and been apart of) when the crowd would groan when Michael Eizner was in the One Man's Dream movie in MGM/DHS.

Agreed!

The first time several times I've seen HoP, President Lincoln was the one who stood and spoke. Fast forward until 2005, I didn't know they changed the attraction. When I saw Bush get up and speak, my mother shot me a dirty look as to say "keep quiet".

Although I have extremely strong oppinions, I would neve ruin anybody else's experience. It's not fair to kids who don't have political opinions. I probably would have snickered at a quick boo but loud, obnoxious booing is uncalled for.

[LoriMistress]

Agreed!

The first time several times I've seen HoP, President Lincoln was the one who stood and spoke. Fast forward until 2005, I didn't know they changed the attraction. When I saw Bush get up and speak, my mother shot me a dirty look as to say "keep quiet" as she knows I how feel (how we both feel).

Although I have extremely strong oppinions, I would neve ruin anybody else's experience. It's not fair to kids who don't have political opinions. I probably would have snickered at a quick boo but loud, obnoxious booing is uncalled for.

The person that's forcing their opinions towards others just look stupid. It's like, Wow, I'm so cool for yelling my non-witty opinions in the HOP, because arguing at an AA of Bush Jr. is gonna make me look so cool and smart! I'm as smart at Petter Griffen.

[Donald A]

For my Honeymoon in November 2003, most people actually booed for Clinton and cheered for GW Bush while a few Clinton "supporters" booed while everyone was cheering for GW Bush. The hall wasn't very full and I think people were making mild political statements likely due to the mix of people in the room (by chance). This was just during the introductions, though, and not while the characters were actually speaking and not disruptive. However, this is inappropriate as WDW has a large diversity of people and it is hardly effective to boo a robot.

[cal5755]

The reality is every past, present and future president will have people who will strongly disagree with how they run the country. Even our most beloved presidents had haters. WDW HOP is not the place for big or little boo's. Cheers and jeers need to be left at the door!!

As a mom of 3, I love this attraction as it is a way for the kids to recieve a little bit of our presidential history in a very entertaining way. My two older kids (8,12) both have it on their list of favorite things to do this year. I would not want to have to take time from our trip explaining away some rude reactions or try answering the why questions that would follow!

I bet you any amount of money if someone booed that guy as they exited he would have copped an attitude or took a tantrum. Actually as I read through the posts the second time it made me think of the v8 commercial... you know where they get smacked on the head with the "what are ya thinking" look!!

Here is hoping we NEVER encounter a rude guest at Disney!!!

[MinnieMommie]

Never seen anything out of the ordinary at Hall of Presidents. Very surprising that it was allowed to continue.

[Marilyn Michetti]

Wonder if he would yell at POTC - ya know? Those pirates are still selling women into bondage.

[cal5755]

Wonder if he would yell at POTC - ya know? Those pirates are still selling women into bondage.

I could just picture it!! Talk about politically correct!!!

[mttafire]

Its sad that people cant respect the leader of the free world for crying out loud. WDW is indeed a MAJOR part of Americana.

[RAIDER]

What a sad man ..respective of politics but if he cant distinguish between a show and reality then this man needs serious help

[Natazu]

Wonder if he would yell at POTC - ya know? Those pirates are still selling women into bondage.

No, after the PC refurb, the women are simply part of a charity auction to benefit out of work audioanimatronics.

Rachel yells at people using flash photos on dark rides. I couldn't imagine what would happen if she was in the theatre when someone booed the president.

[SurferStitch]

We all applauded in 10-2001

Yeah, it was the same way when we were there on 9/20/01. The entire theater cheered and applauded. It was very cool.

I've heard the occasional quick boo over the past few years, and while tacky, at least it was only for a few seconds. The guy that the OP was talking about was just ridiculous. Like a lot have said, whether or not you like the president doesn't matter....respect the office of the president.

The lack of intelligence with that guy is just astounding.

[CaptainSad]

The guy should have been thrown out if you ask me. I have walked out of concerts where the musicians have ranted about politics. I paid good money to see shows not spew garbage about politics. I would have told him to shut or leave. But that is just me...

[Olivia's Daddy]

When political disagreement turns to hatred, this is what you get. People become disconnected from reality and rationality. I certainly disagree with some of the political message in the "Circle of Life" environmental film at Epcot, but I'm not about to stand up and boo or shout at Simba.

[jclightchasr]

I guess this guy spent a little too much time over at Peter Pan's flight and Never Grew Up!

Like a previous comment mentioned I wonder if he was one fry short of a happy meal and didn't realize he was jeering a robot.

Just Curious though what is the proper response of a CM for this issue? ie how are they trained to handle this?

[WDWFREAK101]

I wonder if he even knew he was booing essentially a robot. Hope he felt manly doing so.
the norm.

LOL! Very true! That man just probably wanted to impress a girl or something. That guy is just a loser.

[grumpycajun]

What a classy guy.

[mousetrapper]

WDW is not the place to make one's political views known. And it's especially rude to make any kind of disturbance -- with or without political overtones -- in a public place, especially one where everyone is trying to listen and be respectful.

Having said that, this is America, and that freedom is what sets us apart from many other countries.

You just can't make someone be polite or respectful, unfortunately.

[TTAtravler]

[QUOTE=GoinGoofyPlanninThisTrip;1402027]I wonder if he even knew he was booing essentially a robot. Hope he felt manly doing so.

LOL! I love my fellow intercotees!