What is ben cohen (businessman)?

Ben Cohen is an American businessman, activist, and co-founder of the ice cream company Ben & Jerry's. He was born on March 18, 1951, in Brooklyn, New York. Ben Cohen started Ben & Jerry's with his childhood friend Jerry Greenfield in 1978 in Burlington, Vermont. The pair built the company into a successful ice cream brand known for its socially responsible practices and unique flavors.

Cohen has been an outspoken advocate for various social and political causes, including campaign finance reform, environmental sustainability, and social justice. In 2000, he founded the organization TrueMajority to promote progressive political policies.

In 2015, Cohen launched the Stamp Stampede campaign, which encourages citizens to stamp messages on their money to raise awareness about the influence of money in politics. He has also been involved in various other activism projects, including the "Get the Dough Out of Politics" initiative.

Ben Cohen continues to be actively involved in social and political activism, using his platform and resources to advocate for positive change in the world.