Episode #80 - Frederick County at a Crossroads: Elections, Data Centers, and AI

MPEM #80 - 9/22/26 - Frederick County at a Crossroads: Elections, Data Centers, and AI Election-day battles, data centers, AI, and Virginia’s future collide in this urgent conversation from Mountain Patriots 3%. If you care about what happens at the polls, who gets protected by law, and who controls the next wave of power and technology, this episode is for you. Dana, Charlie, and Scott discuss the stakes in Frederick County and across Virginia, from early voting safety and poll watcher training to three proposed constitutional amendments they argue could reshape parental rights, abortion policy, gender ideology, and voting rules. They also discuss the growing tensions at polling places, the need for greeters and observers, and why ordinary citizens cannot stay on the sidelines. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why the group is recruiting poll watchers, greeters, and election-day volunteers • How the proposed Virginia amendments could affect parental rights, medical oversight, religious freedom, and more • The connection between misinformation, low-information voting, and rising political hostility • Why data centers and transmission lines have become major issues in Frederick County • How AI, battery storage, natural gas, and development guidelines affect local control • Why community members should research the issues and participate in local government Charlie explains the planning and zoning issues surrounding data centers, while Scott shares his perspective from decades of experience working with elections and corrections. Dana brings the conversation back to a central message: citizens must stay informed, participate, and speak up about decisions affecting their communities. Watch the full episode, share your perspective in the comments, and visit mtnpats.com ***************************** Our Website: www.mtnpats.com ********************************* Your support is greatly appreciated! It keeps our podcasts going. If you would like to donate to MOUNTAIN PATRIOTS, you can use our SQUARE link: https://square.link/u/Tg0cIxHm NOTE: Please adjust the Quantity to change the donation amount. ********************************* If you would like to be a part of our Historical Podcast Series, please send an email to: mtpatriots@proton.me ********************************* All rights reserved. Recorded & Produced for Mountain Patriots Educational Ministries by Barbara Gordon (Batgirl). Thank You So Much!!