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South Chicago Activists Oppose $9B Quantum Campus Project

9/18/2025

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Activists in South Chicago oppose a $9 billion quantum computing campus on the former U.S. Steel site, urging funds be redirected to community resources.
Related Midwest leads the project, which involves major tech firms and aims to test quantum computing viability.
Mayor Brandon Johnson pledged $5 million, but local leaders raise concerns about transparency and environmental impacts.
Residents demand better access to food and healthcare, citing pharmacy closures.
Southside Together advocates for community benefits and transparency in development decisions.

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Activists in South Chicago oppose a $9 billion quantum computing campus on the former U.S. Steel site, urging funds be redirected to community resources.
Related Midwest leads the project, which involves major tech firms and aims to test quantum computing viability.
Mayor Brandon Johnson pledged $5 million, but local leaders raise concerns about transparency and environmental impacts.
Residents demand better access to food and healthcare, citing pharmacy closures.
Southside Together advocates for community benefits and transparency in development decisions.