Tech bros can't agree on why everyone hates data centers
There are lots of reasons Americans overwhelmingly oppose data centers. But for some tech types, it's just easier to blame China.
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National story. 9 articles from 6 sources. Updated Aug 22, 2026.
Part of The backlash against AI data centers and their power and water costs
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2 sourcesTech tries a new message: You'd love data centers if China wasn't making you hate data centers
Overcoming the bad vibes around data centers is a battle on multiple fronts
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3 sources‘We Need Your Pee’: You Know Hatred For Data Centers Is Bad When Two Companies And An NFL Legend Team Up To Lampoon Them
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2 developments- Aug 20Politicians Suddenly Notice Everybody Hates Data Centers
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