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While typical political campaigns are filled with hollow promises and polished fluff, Santa Clara Councilmember Karen Hardy delivers concrete action. As Santa Clara faces a critical juncture, she stands alone as the only mayoral candidate willing to immediately back up her commitment to residents with bold legislative solutions. On day one of her administration, Hardy will immediately introduce a citywide data center moratorium and a total ban on corporate nondisclosure agreements (NDAs). Santa Clara is the heart of Silicon Valley, but public resources belong to its people. For too long, tech conglomerates have operated under “loosey-goosey” regulations, locking up municipal power and quietly draining our water supply. Hyperscale data centers require millions of gallons of water daily just for cooling infrastructure. Hardy’s deep expertise on the regional water board gives her an unparalleled understanding of this massive strain on our liquid assets.

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