Ben & Jerry's is suing its parent company Unilever for allegedly ousting CEO David Stever in retaliation for the company's social activism, particularly supporting Palestinian refugees. The ice cream maker asserts that this action violates their merger agreement, which grants its independent board responsibility for social missions. In a revised complaint, Ben & Jerry's details ongoing censorship of its social media content and a series of threats against its employees. The company has a history of advocacy and claims Unilever's actions undermine its mission and brand integrity.
Ben & Jerry's lawsuit alleges that Unilever ousted its CEO in retaliation for his support of social and humanitarian causes, violating their merger agreement.
Ben & Jerry's has a legacy of activism, pushing for racial and climate justice, and argues Unilever's actions are an infringement on its commitment to social missions.
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