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Silicon Valley's Dream City Crashes Into Small-Town Politics
A Silicon Valley development project backed by significant funding is facing local opposition from residents with concerns about the plans.
On air: Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger on BBN TonightPublished
At a glance
- First reported by WSJ: “Silicon Valley’s Dream City Has Crashed Into Small-Town Politics”.
- Covered on BBN on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 9:18 PM ET on BBN Tonight, by Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger.
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Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorTeam coverage tonight: a Silicon Valley dream city has run headfirst into small-town politics, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA dream city.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorOur live map shows the dream on the left, the town meeting on the right, and a very tense middle.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThat map is a rectangle, Chip. With two words on it.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThe dramatic recap: big plans, big money, and neighbors with questions!
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorNeighbors with questions. The one force no start-up has ever disrupted.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWe'll keep the map updated, Hank!
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