Ben & Jerry’s Renames Ice Cream After Gay Marriage Decision

Graphic by Angelie Zaslavsky
If you’re like me, then you’re in the mood to celebrate the , which makes it legal for same-sex couples to marry in all 50 states. And if, also like me, you have a sweet-tooth, then may I suggest a pint of ice cream?
Luckily, Ben & Jerry’s have read our minds, and have honorarily renamed their iconic Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ice cream ‘I Dough, I Dough’ for the summer, in honor of the landmark decision.
It will be available at participating Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops nationwide and hopefully served at many same-sex weddings throughout the summer.
Happy (and delicious) times!
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