Ben & Jerry's co-founder says ice cream brand's activism is 'silenced' in resignation

Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield said Tuesday that he is splitting from the ice cream company, claiming that it is being “silenced” by its parent company, Unilever. Ben & Jerry’s and its two co-founders are known for being vocal about current events and politics, such as advocating returning lands to native tribes and “gender-affirming care.” Co-founder Ben Cohen said Greenfield made the “difficult decision” to resign after 47 years with the company, sharing a lengthy statement from Greenfield on X explaining his exit. “What has made their work so...