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Poll Shows Strong Opposition to Data Centers Among Voters

A poll by PBS News, NPR, and Marist shows that 58% of U.S. voters believe new data centers will negatively affect the country, with 65% opposing construction in their communities. The opposition spans party lines, with over 80% of Democrats and a divided Republican stance. The backlash has led to the blocking or delaying of numerous data center projects, prompting legislative discussions on local energy requirements.

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A poll by PBS News, NPR, and Marist shows that 58% of U.S. voters believe new data centers will negatively affect the country, with 65% opposing construction in their communities. The opposition spans party lines, with over 80% of Democrats and a divided Republican stance. The backlash has led to the blocking or delaying of numerous data center projects, prompting legislative discussions on local energy requirements.

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Voters don't like data centers. They really don't like them close to home

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Poll Shows Strong Opposition to Data Centers Among Voters