Although I understand that balanced journalism is to be praised, I think it is worth briefly summarizing all the incredible things Anita Roddick achieved in her tragically short life. I am not ignoring the fact that she had her faults and was criticized for ‘selling out’ to L’Oreal, but what is wrong with uncomplicated thanks for the life of a woman who, by all accounts, transformed the attitudes in the global business community?
With the Body Shop she brought socially and environmentally responsible business to the UK high street and, in so doing, inspired and educated millions. This tireless campaigner put her voice behind causes including Greenpeace, Save the Whale, Brazilian Rainforest, HIV/AIDS, Amnesty, child labour, fair trade, animal testing, Big Issue…the list goes on. She was ahead of her time and will be sadly missed.

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