These 24 major companies are still standing up for DEI
While some large corporations are ending DEI programs due to conservative backlash, these companies are staying strong.
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Google Microsoft Starbucks Say DOMA Hurts Their Businesses
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Mad at Microsoft
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Barney Frank says Microsoft explanation
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