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Texas turning blue may hinge on Democrats harnessing data center opposition

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In Texas, opposition to data centers—facilities powering AI and tech—has grown due to concerns over resource use, pollution, and property values. This backlash may influence the 2026 midterm elections, potentially helping Democrats win statewide offices for the first time since 1994.

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