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The Hershey Company has to be boycotted

Nestlé and Hershey have a unique partnership where Nestlé owns the global rights to Kit Kat, except in the U.S., where Hershey holds exclusive rights to produce and distribute it. Nestlé also collaborates with the Israel Innovation Authority, a government agency promoting Israeli economic growth. In 1998, Nestlé's Peter Brabeck-Letmathe received the Jubilee Award from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, recognizing Nestlé's contributions to the Israeli economy.

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Some other brands to boycott

PepsiCo

It's Christian-American beverage comapny, but has a long and strong history of business with Israeli based SodaStream company. Pepsi bought Sodastream and has factories in occupied Palestine. We can say it's American but still has jewish-background. PepsiCo owns SodaStream and 50% of Sabra both of which had taken advantage of the Israeli occupation of Palestine.

Coca-Cola

Jewish founder and highly Israeli-supporting. From 1966 onward Coca-Cola has been a staunch supporter of Israel . In 1997 the Government of Israel Economic Mission honored Coca-Cola at the Israel Trade Award Dinner for its continued support of Israel for the last 30 years and for refusing to abide by the Arab League boycott of Israel. Coca-Cola operates a factory in the illegal Israeli settlement of Atarot, which is built in Occupied Palestine.

Danone

Highly Israeli-supporting and investing company. Danone invests millions into the israeli food start up scene.

Starbucks

Openly supported genocide. Howard Shultz is the largest private owner of Starbucks shares and is a staunch zionist who invests heavily in Israels economy including a recent $1.7 Billion investment in cybersecurity startup Wiz.

Eden Spring

Israeli company. The parent company of Eden Springs UK is an Israeli water company which steals water resources from the farmers and towns in the Golan Heights, restricting access to it for non Israelis. Eden Water around Europe sells locally sourced water, however, as its parent is complicit in illegal occupation, it should be boycotted.

Caribou Coffee

The owners of Caribou Coffee, the Reimann family are staunch zionists and support the zionist state with investment and donations through their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

Dr Pepper

The owners of Dr Pepper, the Reimann family are staunch zionists and support the zionist state with investment and donations through their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

Espresso House

The owners of Espresso House, the Reimann family are staunch zionists and support the zionist state with investment and donations through their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

Peet's Coffee

The owners of Peet's Coffee, the Reimann family are staunch zionists and support the zionist state with investment and donations through their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

History of The Hershey Company

The Hershey Company, founded by Milton S. Hershey in 1894, is a leading American chocolate manufacturer known for its iconic products such as Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bars and Hershey's Kisses. Milton Hershey initially experimented with chocolate while producing caramel candies, eventually perfecting the formula for milk chocolate, which was considered a luxury item at the time. In 1900, he sold his successful caramel company to fully dedicate himself to chocolate, establishing the Hershey Chocolate Company in Derry Church, Pennsylvania (later renamed Hershey, Pennsylvania). His vision extended beyond chocolate, creating a model town for his employees with modern amenities, which reflected his progressive business and social philosophies.

Throughout the 20th century, the Hershey Company expanded its product line and global presence, introducing popular brands like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Kit Kat, and Twizzlers through acquisitions and partnerships. The company also played a significant role during World War II, supplying the U.S. military with specially formulated chocolate bars for soldiers. In recent decades, Hershey has focused on innovation and sustainability, aiming to meet the evolving tastes and preferences of consumers while addressing environmental and social responsibilities. Today, the Hershey Company remains one of the largest and most recognizable confectionery companies in the world, maintaining its legacy of quality and community involvement.