Say what you will on private enterprise, but Ben & Jerry's makes this part of their brand, and is the closest there is to a based business. Now, if only they were a worker co-op.
We reject and repudiate all forms of hate and racism. Our decision to exit the OPT was based on our belief that it is inconsistent with our values for Ben & Jerry’s to be present within an internationally recognised illegal occupation. Speaking and acting on our values is neither anti-Israel nor antisemitic.
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As Jewish supporters of the State of Israel, we fundamentally reject the notion that it is antisemitic to question the policies of the State of Israel.”
Eeehhhhhhh not really enough, but definitely pretty unique in the corpo sphere to actually be willing to call out the occupation. I really wonder if they think they'll get more people buying ice cream for this decision or not.
Say what you will on private enterprise, but Ben & Jerry's makes this part of their brand, and is the closest there is to a based business. Now, if only they were a worker co-op.
Don't they have some good positions on Israel Palestine too? At least surprisingly good for a company.
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Eeehhhhhhh not really enough, but definitely pretty unique in the corpo sphere to actually be willing to call out the occupation. I really wonder if they think they'll get more people buying ice cream for this decision or not.
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