Nothing says democracy quite like ice cream, and that’s why MoveOn is sponsoring an “Scoop the Vote,” a get-out-the-vote initiative for swing states across the US featuring Kamala Harris-themed ice cream flavors. They have enlisted known progressive dippers Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield of Vermont-based Ben & Jerry’s to create the brand new ice cream flavors just for the occasion.
Flavors include Kamala’s Coconut Jubilee, Unburdened by What has Vanilla Bean, Inauguration Celebration Birthday Cake, Fight for Our Rights Sorbet, and MoveOn Mobilizer Milk Chocolate. One must wonder if the Unburdened by What has Vanilla Bean is a send-up of the United States’ allegedly historically racist past.
While MoveOn claims the ice cream will be free, special guests will be on hand, undoubtedly taking up your time with speeches, in an effort “to reach and engage voters.” Ice cream is notably President Joe Biden’s favorite food, at least judging from how many photo opps he’s had with a cone in his hand.
“Coming together as a country to elect Kamala Harris and Democrats down the ballot to protect our freedoms and futures,” MoveOn writes in promoting their events. “We’re taking an ice cream truck on tour, rolling through swing areas handing out free ice cream to engage people around voting and the issues we care about. At each stop, we’ll help you make a plan to vote on November 5, show you how you can triple your vote, and enjoy some free sweet treats together.” […]
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