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Google
Although some may criticize the company, Google (NASDAQ:GOOG ) regularly makes good
on its motto: "Don't be evil." Through its Google Green Program, the company has donated over
$1 billion to renewable energy projects, and has decreased its own footprint by using energy
efficient buildings and public transportation. The company is also a staunch advocate of free
speech, which can be observed from its frequent conflicts with the Chinese government. Google
is also an open supporter of gay rights. Yet all this pales in comparison to Google's status as a
paragon for employee benefits. Just to name a few, Google employees have access to free
health care and treatment from on-site doctors, free legal advice with discounted legal services,
a fully stock snack pantry and onsite cafeteria (staffed by world-class chefs, no less), and a free
on-site nursery. With such a stellar record of social awareness and positive employee relations,
Google is easily the best example of ethics in the corporate world today.

Microsoft
Given the fact that it was started by Bill Gates, one of America's most generous philanthropists,
it follows that Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT ) would do well in following his example. The tech
company and its employees donate over $1 billion yearly to charities and non-profit
organizations. If that wasn't enough, Microsoft's management and employee's have also
decided to tackle America's IT professionals shortage through its TEALS program.
Through the TEALS program, Microsoft employees are encouraged to volunteer at local schools
to instruct students in computer science, in the hopes that it will inspire them to enter the
technology industry. It's only natural that Microsoft employees would be generous people; in
addition to being among the highest paid employees in America, they also enjoy a plethora of
perks, including 100% coverage on their health care premiums.