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In a divided America, left and right unite to oppose artificial intelligence data centers
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Will Weissert and Susan Montoya Bryan | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· August 26, 2026
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Key points A shared worry about the impact on rural areas is uniting conservative groups and environmental organizations. Concerns about data center development are bringing together unusual allies.
Concerns about data center development are bringing together unusual allies. A shared worry about the impact on rural areas is uniting conservative groups and environmental organizations. They fear that the growth of these centers could lead to loss of farmland and increased costs for residents.
The opposition is driven by concerns about the effects on small towns and the environment. Details about the specific issues and the groups involved are available from the source.
Further information about the concerns and the coalition of groups opposing data center development can be found through additional reporting.
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Published: August 26, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? Concerns about data center development are bringing together unusual allies. A shared worry about the impact on rural areas is uniting conservative groups and environmental organizations. They fear…
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