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Former Senator Doug Jones joins The Weekend to discuss why he’s pushing back on the construction of AI data centers in the Alabama Gubernatorial race this November and why Tommy Tuberville is echoing Trump talking points on that issue as community backlash continues to grow.

What is the current public sentiment regarding AI data centers in Alabama?
Community backlash against the construction of AI data centers continues to grow.
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When is the Alabama Gubernatorial race taking place?
The Alabama Gubernatorial race is scheduled for this November.
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Which political figures are supporting the push for more AI data centers according to Doug Jones?
Tommy Tuberville and Donald Trump are pushing for more AI data centers, with Tuberville echoing Trump's talking points on the issue.
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What is Doug Jones's stance on the construction of AI data centers in Alabama?
Former Senator and Alabama Governor candidate Doug Jones is pushing back against the construction of AI data centers.
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From related MS NOW (Youtube): ‘Who is getting the gold’: AL communities push back on AI data centers ahead of Governor’s race
Who is the Democratic candidate for Alabama Governor mentioned in the context of the AI and data center debate?
Former Senator Doug Jones is the Democratic candidate for Alabama Governor.
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From related MS NOW (Youtube): ‘Who is getting the gold’: AL communities push back on AI data centers ahead of Governor’s race
What are the specific concerns being cited by those pushing for more regulations and guardrails regarding AI and data centers?
People are citing safety and ethics concerns as reasons for pressing for more regulations and guardrails.
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From related MS NOW (Youtube): ‘Who is getting the gold’: AL communities push back on AI data centers ahead of Governor’s race
What have become the main focus of the Alabama Governor's race according to recent discussions?
Data centers and the presence of AI have become the focus of the Alabama Governor's race.
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In what state is the race between Democratic candidate Doug Jones and Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville taking place?
The race is taking place in Alabama.
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What specific issue related to technology did Doug Jones mention as becoming a central issue in the Alabama race?
Doug Jones mentioned that AI data centers have become one of the central issues in the race.
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Who is the Republican Senator that Doug Jones will be racing against in the Alabama gubernatorial election?
Doug Jones is running his race against Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville.
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According to Democratic candidate Doug Jones, why does he believe Alabama could flip blue in 2026?
Doug Jones argues that Alabama could flip blue because people want change and are fed up with Washington.
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From related AXIOS (Zachary Basu): Data center uproar scrambles the midterm election
Which major AI and tech companies have signed on to President Trump's ratepayer-protection pledge?
Google, Microsoft, Meta, Oracle, xAI, OpenAI, and Amazon have all signed on to the pledge.
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From related AXIOS (Zachary Basu): Data center uproar scrambles the midterm election
What is the first state to impose a statewide moratorium on new hyperscale data centers?
New York, under Governor Kathy Hochul, imposed the nation's first statewide moratorium on new hyperscale data centers last month.
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From related AXIOS (Zachary Basu): Data center uproar scrambles the midterm election
Who won the Wyoming Republican primary for the open House seat and what was their platform regarding data centers?
Republican Chuck Gray won Tuesday's primary for the open House seat in Wyoming by running ads that promised to "stop data centers" and called for a federal ban on them.
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What actions did Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro take regarding data center investment?
After spending years courting data-center investment, Governor Josh Shapiro imposed sweeping new guardrails this week following accusations from Republican challenger Stacy Garrity that he was "rolling out the red carpet" for developers.
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From related FOX NEWS (Youtube): AI and data centers emerge as MAJOR political issue ahead of midterms
What potential impact could the energy and water requirements of AI data centers have on residents according to Assemblyman Alex Bores?
The massive energy and water demands required by AI data centers could drive up utility costs for the public.
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From related FOX NEWS (Youtube): AI and data centers emerge as MAJOR political issue ahead of midterms
What specific concerns regarding AI data centers were discussed by New York state Assemblyman Alex Bores ahead of the midterm elections?
Assemblyman Alex Bores (D-Manhattan) discussed how the massive energy and water demands of AI data centers could drive up utility costs, potentially making it a key issue for voters.
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How many days were remaining until the midterm elections at the time of the report?
There were 78 days remaining until the midterm elections.
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What factors are cited as potentially signaling trouble for Republicans ahead of the midterm elections?
Trump’s economy and high gas prices are being cited as factors that are signaling trouble for Republicans.
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What specific accusation did Gina Hinojosa make regarding Governor Abbott's stance on data centers?
Gina Hinojosa stated that Governor Abbott is "backpedaling" on a data center and characterized this move as a "political ploy."
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Who is the Democratic nominee for Texas governor according to the report?
Gina Hinojosa is the Democratic nominee for Texas governor.
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From related AXIOS (Amy Harder): Data center backlash echoes fossil-fuel politics
What potential legislative actions are expected regarding data centers according to Timothy Fox?
Timothy Fox expects data centers to be a pressing energy topic for state legislatures, noting that lawmakers may consider imposing rules on power and water, as well as repealing tax credits.
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From related AXIOS (Amy Harder): Data center backlash echoes fossil-fuel politics
How did Texas Governor Greg Abbott's position on data centers change in a three-month period?
In just three months, Governor Greg Abbott shifted from welcoming data centers to imposing a pause on them while new rules are considered.
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From related AXIOS (Amy Harder): Data center backlash echoes fossil-fuel politics
According to Dan Diorio of the Data Center Coalition, what principles are being developed for responsible data center development?
Dan Diorio stated the industry is working on principles that include open dialogues with communities, paying a fair share of power costs, and using water efficiently.
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What role did Jane Kleeb play in the Keystone XL pipeline fight in Nebraska, and what is her current involvement?
Jane Kleeb was a leader in Nebraska's fight against the now-cancelled Keystone XL pipeline, and she is currently active in the decentralized opposition to AI infrastructure.
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What was the nature of the investment announced by Governor Abbott and Google last November?
Last November, Abbott and Google announced a $40 billion investment into three data center campuses in Texas.
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Why does the AI industry face a potential "brutal reckoning" according to the article?
The industry and the economy face a potential reckoning if political tone does not change quickly, as voter anger could lead to more moratoriums, slower permitting, or abandoned projects, which would constrain the computing infrastructure necessary for the AI boom.
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According to an Annenberg Public Policy Center survey, what percentage of Americans oppose the construction of new data centers in their area, and how has this changed?
61% of Americans now oppose the construction of a new data center in their area, which is an increase from 49% recorded in March.
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From related AXIOS (Andrew Pantazi): Texas welcomed the AI boom. Now Abbott says data centers "dug their own grave"
According to Abbott, how many data center companies had responded to a state request for information regarding future power demand?
Abbott told Fox News Sunday that fewer than 10% of data center companies had responded to the state request for information needed to project future power demand.
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