I Work for an Evil Company, but Outside Work, I'm a Good Person

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The author loves their job due to good salary, promotion opportunities, and office perks like cold brew.
Despite contributing to environmental destruction through AI data centers, they engage in personal eco-friendly activities like biking and camping.
They acknowledge the company's support for xenophobic agendas but highlight personal acts like celebrating at Drag Brunch and tipping generously.
The author rationalizes their role in the company's negative impact by pointing out non-working hours and past years not spent at the job.
They plan to leave the job eventually, possibly after promotions and personal luxuries like an infinity pool upgrade.
The author deflects responsibility by stating they're just following orders and could leave but choose not to due to convenience.
They mention small positive actions like participating in beach cleanups and wearing Hawaiian shirts to counterbalance the company's negative image.
The author donates a small percentage of their salary to nonprofits and shops at a local food coop to maintain a positive self-image.
They admit to detaching from the reality of their company's impact and plan to continue this detachment even after leaving.

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