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Data center frenzy is spurring a jobs boomlet for blue-collar workers

By Us - CBSNews.com May 29, 2026 | 5:00 AM

The rush to build thousands of U.S. data centers is driving demand for some workers, though economists project fewer permanent jobs.

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There is vocal opposition to the Homer City power plant project and the data centers they could potentially bring. But does that mean the majority are against it? What do you think?

I have always opposed it and still do.
I have always been for it and still am.
I was for it but now am against it.
I was against it but now I am in favor of it.
I am still on the fence. Too many unknowns!
Voting Ends: May 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM