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Get ready to cool down the heat, because Ben & Jerry’s is melting under the fire of conservative backlash. The woke ice cream brand, known for its liberal leanings, decided to sprinkle some controversy on Independence Day by calling for the return of stolen indigenous lands. Oh boy, did they stir up a hornet’s nest!
Conservative Twitter warriors rallied their troops and called for a good old-fashioned boycott of the Vermont-based company. These Twitterati have massive followings, so you can bet that Ben & Jerry’s got a chilly reception. No ice cream for you!
The trigger for the conservative meltdown was Ben & Jerry’s Fourth of July blog post, in which they shamelessly promoted the “Land Back Movement.” They dared to suggest giving Native American communities control over Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills in South Dakota. Talk about a half-baked idea!
The online backlash was swift and savagely hilarious. Robert Malone, who became an instant sensation during the pandemic with over a million followers, exclaimed, “GO WOKE = GO BROKE!” Ouch, brain freeze!
Meanwhile, Canada Proud, riding high on their anti-mandate Freedom Convoy fame, didn’t miss the chance to make fun of Ben & Jerry’s previous stunt. The ice cream company had recognized Canada Day by pushing the “Land Back” movement for indigenous tribes up north. Canada Proud fired back, saying, “Give ALL of your property and land back to the Native Americans right now then… or shut up.” Brrr, the cold truth!
Conservatives on social media were on a roll. They demanded the ice cream brand hand over all its stores to Native American tribes, reclaiming what was rightfully theirs. Who knew scoops of ice cream could ignite such political fervor?
It seems the “Bud Light treatment” is spreading like wildfire. When brands prioritize social justice statements over customer service, conservative wallets shut tighter than an ice cream tub left in the freezer for too long. Just ask Bud Light, Target, Kohl’s, and the L.A. Dodgers. They all faced massive protests and lost revenue during Pride Month. Talk about economic brain freeze!
This 4th of July, it's high time we recognize that the US exists on stolen Indigenous land and commit to returning it. Learn more and take action now: https://t.co/45smaBmORH pic.twitter.com/a6qp7LXUAE
— Ben & Jerry's (@benandjerrys) July 4, 2023
The power of conservative backlash against woke companies is so strong that even Republican presidential candidates like former President Donald Trump are celebrating these boycotts. They see it as a chance to elbow their way into the spotlight before the contentious primary competition against President Joe Biden. It’s time to scoop out the woke agenda and churn up some good old-fashioned American values!
So, grab a spoon and get ready to dig into the battle between ice cream and conservatism. It’s a flavor explosion that’ll have you licking your lips and hoping that companies remember to stick to what they know best – making delicious treats, not stirring up political mudslinging.
Source: Trending Politics
