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Ben Cohen Slams Unilever Over Pro-Palestinian Flavor Block

10/28/2025

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Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s, criticized Unilever for blocking pro-Palestinian ice cream flavor, accusing it of prioritizing corporate interests over social justice.
He says Unilever’s management stifled the brand on Gaza and launched the "Free Ben & Jerry’s" campaign, urging sale to socially conscious investors.
Unilever, which acquired Ben & Jerry’s in 2000, says it remains committed to the brand’s mission and will not pursue the proposed flavor.

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Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s, criticized Unilever for blocking pro-Palestinian ice cream flavor, accusing it of prioritizing corporate interests over social justice.
He says Unilever’s management stifled the brand on Gaza and launched the "Free Ben & Jerry’s" campaign, urging sale to socially conscious investors.
Unilever, which acquired Ben & Jerry’s in 2000, says it remains committed to the brand’s mission and will not pursue the proposed flavor.