NEW SHOW: America’s Data Center Revolt is JUST BEGINNING – IN YOUR BACKYARD
Summary
This inaugural episode of "In Your Backyard" explores the growing national backlash against hyperscale data centers. Host Luke Radel interviews Memphis activist Latresia Adams about pollution and health impacts, and Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa on regulatory failures and community rights. The discussion highlights how residents across party lines are resisting projects that strain local resources and bypass democratic processes.
Topics discussed
Intro: Launching 'In Your Backyard' and data center pushback
National polling on data centers and Trump's support
Memphis & Mississippi: XAI's Colossus and community health impacts
Texas residents: Noise, water, and political frustration
Gina Hinojosa: Platform on data centers and labor protections
Local control vs. state override in Texas development
Campaign finance: Musk, Crow, and Abbott's ties to tech
Environmental concerns: Light pollution and water usage rules
National security, AI ethics, and Hinojosa's final thoughts
Gov. Abbott's response and episode sign-off
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