Data center backlash as political risk
The discussion argued that voter opposition to data centers, due to perceived higher utility costs and lack of local benefit, is becoming a galvanizing political issue that could impact the tech investment cycle.
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CONTESTED · 31 MENTIONS · 24 EPISODES · 16 SHOWS
25 FEB 2026 — 21 AUG 2026 · YESTERDAY
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