The mayor of Shelbyville, Indiana, says only people who live in ‘shitty houses’ oppose data center
The mayor of Shelbyville, Indiana, Scott Furgeson, has sparked controversy with his comments regarding opposition to a proposed data center. He suggested that only residents of 'shitty houses' oppose the project, which has upset many community members. While the mayor's office has expressed regret over his choice of words, residents feel disrespected and hurt by his remarks.
- ▪A proposed $2 billion data center has become a political flashpoint in Shelbyville, Indiana.
- ▪Mayor Scott Furgeson was caught on camera making dismissive comments about residents opposing the data center.
- ▪Residents have expressed that the mayor's language was disrespectful and hurtful.
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AICloseAIPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All AINewsCloseNewsPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All NewsPolicyClosePolicyPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All PolicyThe mayor of Shelbyville, Indiana, says only people who live in ‘shitty houses’ oppose data centerResidents of the city say Scott Furgeson was disrespectful.Residents of the city say Scott Furgeson was disrespectful.by Terrence O'BrienCloseTerrence O'BrienWeekend EditorPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Terrence O'BrienJun 6, 2026, 3:05 PM…
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