Ben & Jerry’s built its reputation on funky flavor names and chunky pints, but over time the brand has become just as well known for politics as it is for ice cream. From climate justice campaigns to BLM statements, LGBTQ activism, and even a boycott of Israel, the company rarely misses a chance to weigh in on hot-button issues. For fans who just want dessert without the lecture, this can feel like a brain freeze that never ends.

While the ice cream still has its loyal followers, the brand’s identity has shifted from “fun and indulgent” to “woke and outspoken.” Press releases read more like activist manifestos, and ad campaigns focus more on causes than chocolate chips. For customers tired of politics in every pint, Ben & Jerry’s has become the poster child of what happens when social justice becomes the main ingredient.