Vermont Business Magazine On Tuesday, October 26 social activists and co-founders of Ben & Jerry’s, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, endorsed Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor Molly Gray.
In their co-endorsement, Cohen and Greenfield said, "Molly knows, as we do, that we need statewide leadership that understands the importance of local, resilient food systems and bold climate action. Molly also knows, as we do, that socially responsible Vermont businesses can be leaders in fighting for social change and the public good. We're proud to endorse Molly Gray from Lieutenant Governor. Her deep Vermont roots, coupled with her career of service to Vermont and working to promote human rights, make her the bold leader we need in this moment as we work to transform the future of the Green Mountain State."
Gray, who has made climate action a strong component of her campaign, welcomed the endorsement, stating, “Ben and Jerry are Vermont icons, not only because of their well loved company, but because they are pioneers in the socially responsible business community. Together, they have proven that Vermont businesses can do well by doing good, and I look forward to working with them to elevate the voices of our workers, families and communities as we build a brighter future for Vermont.”
Gray grew up on a family owned and operated vegetable and dairy farm in Newbury and has earned endorsements from other notable Vermont businesses leaders including Sheila and Jeffery Hollander, co-founders of Seventh Generation, Win Smith, former owner of Sugarbush Resort, Larry Pleasant, CEO and founder of Vermont Soap, Mary Powell, former President and CEO of Green Mountain Power, Pete Johnson, founder of Pete’s Greens, Cam Mackugler, CEO of Seedsheet and other businesses across Vermont.
The general election is Tuesday, November 3.
Source: Burlington, VT - Gray campaign 10.27.2020