How data centers are reshaping American politics

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A new poll from "The Economist" and YouGov shows about two-thirds of Americans oppose data centers being built in their communities.⁠
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A new poll from "The Economist" and YouGov shows about two-thirds of Americans oppose data centers being built in their communities.⁠
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Find “NPR News Now” wherever you listen to podcasts.⁠
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Host: Korva Coleman/NPR⁠
Reporter: Scott Neuman/NPR⁠
Producer: Zayrha Rodriguez/NPR…

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