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Voters Reject Data Center Measures in Major Setback for AI Infrastructure Buildout

Data center-related ballot measures failed decisively in recent elections, signaling strong public opposition to new AI infrastructure construction. The outcome raises questions about whether such resistance to building in the US will persist.

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  1. 2026-11-04 11:00 · Stratechery (Ben Thompson)
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