Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella addressed backlash against data centers, highlighting the company's 20-year presence in Quincy, Washington. He said tax revenue has grown roughly 12x and Microsoft employs over 1,000 people there. "If you're contributing to the local economy... we'll have the permission," he said.

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