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Poll Shows Majority Opposition to AI and Data Center Construction

A recent poll by the New York Times and Siena University shows that 61% of likely voters oppose the construction of data centers to support AI technology. The survey, conducted in early September 2026, included 1,503 participants and revealed a split among Trump voters, while those who supported Kamala Harris or did not vote leaned towards opposition.

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A recent poll by the New York Times and Siena University shows that 61% of likely voters oppose the construction of data centers to support AI technology. The survey, conducted in early September 2026, included 1,503 participants and revealed a split among Trump voters, while those who supported Kamala Harris or did not vote leaned towards opposition.

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AI and data centers are incredibly unpopular in every poll

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Poll Shows Majority Opposition to AI and Data Center Construction