The AI backlash uniting a divided America

The AI backlash uniting a divided America

September 3, 2026 · 16 min

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The episode discusses the growing opposition to Big Tech and AI across the political spectrum in America.

Opposition to Big Tech is creating a rare point of agreement across the political divide . USA TODAY National Reporter Christopher Cann explains why communities are resisting massive data centers, AI-powered surveillance, Flock cameras and the rapid spread of artificial intelligence. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com .  Episode transcript available here .  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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