Ben & Jerry's lawsuit accuses parent company of censorship over Gaza

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Ben & Jerry’s has sued its parent company Unilever accusing it of silencing the ice cream maker from making statements in support of Palestinians in the war in Gaza.

VIDEO: $1.27 million New Braunfels home has its own lazy riverOutdoor ice rinks to bring holiday cheer to San Antonio and surrounding areasFILE - Two patrons enter the Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream shop, July 20, 2021, in Burlington, Vt. Ben & Jerry’s has sued its parent company Unilever accusing it of silencing the ice cream maker from making statements in support of Palestinians in the Gaza war.

After months of negotiations, Ben & Jerry’s and Unilever entered into a settlement agreement, in which Unilever must respect the board's responsibility over the ice cream maker's social mission and brand integrity, and “work in good faith with the Independent Board to ensure that both are protected and furthered," the lawsuit states.

 

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