INDIANAPOLIS — One of the largest employers in central Indiana said earlier this year it would support workers who are worried about access to abortion, up to arranging for them to relocate.
In a Thursday interview with CNN anchor Poppy Harlow, Salesforce Co-CEO Marc Benioff cited the company's stance opposing 2015 religious freedom legislation in Indiana when Harlow asked him about abortion restrictions and bans, specifically in states like Indiana.
Benioff replied saying he supports providing additional options and resources for employees in cities and states that don't support equality and dignity.
"We have to be for equality. We have to be for dignity. We have to be for the equality and dignity of every human being. And, if you're not for equality and dignity, then, you know, this is not something that I can work with and we're going to have to exit your city or your state just as we have in many places," he said.
Benioff's implication did not include a full pullout of Indiana staff, but rather referenced relocation support of Salesforce workers who were seeking abortion care that would not be made available due to Indiana's restrictions.
Salesforce has more than 2,300 employees in Indianapolis and, Benioff said, the company is the largest tech employer in Indiana.
"The number one thing is, we must have our employees' back ... We are dealing with a whole series of crazy presidents, crazy governors and crazy mayors all over the world in every country, every city and every state. The number one thing I can do is let my employees know I’m here for them and I will 100% support them,” Benioff said.