Data centers push rural voters toward Democrats
The gist
A four-hour Ohio hearing on data centers drew applause and anger.
Activists pushed moratorium votes in 10 communities and now seek a statewide ban.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026A four-hour legislative committee hearing in Columbus, Ohio, punctuated by applause and anger, offered a window into the growing backlash against data centers.
- Oct 10, 2026Barn Raiser publishes an article on reaching rural voters.
- Oct 13, 2026Inside Climate News publishes 'Inside Ohio's Revolt Against Data Centers.'