Majority of Americans Oppose Data Centers Amidst Growing AI Use and Concerns
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A Marquette Law School poll reveals that 71% of Americans believe the costs of data centers outweigh their benefits, with 80% opposing their construction. This sentiment coincides with a rise in AI usage, now at 69%, and growing skepticism about AI's impact on society. Key concerns include high water and electricity usage, with 54% and 51% of respondents citing these as significant issues respectively. The debate around AI and data centers has reached Washington, with lawmakers pushing for safeguards and pauses in development.
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