Data centers were a major issue in Kentucky’s recent primary elections at the county level. Voters in several communities pushed back against projects they believe threaten local quality of life. Candidates who opposed data center developments performed well in a number of local races, particularly in Oldham County, where residents successfully fought a proposed facility last year. This reflects national public opinion. Recent polling found that large majorities of Americans oppose a data center built in their community. Concerns range from massive electricity and water usage to noise, transparency, and potential impacts on utility bills. As more companies look to Kentucky for expansion, voters are making it clear that economic development cannot come at the expense of community trust and local control.