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This page has long supported the responsible use of nuclear power to generate electricity. Illinois was the birthplace of the first-ever reactor at the University of Chicago, after all, and now has more reactors than any other state.

Today, we’re optimistic that modern nukes using up-to-date technology could pull off a comeback. America needs more juice, not least because President Donald Trump’s administration has attacked wind and solar projects — putting the U.S. out of step with the rest of the world and short-circuiting economic growth.

Westinghouse, a nuclear pioneer, has announced plans to build 10 large reactors in the U.S., with construction to begin by 2030. Each of its AP1000s could supply 750,000-plus homes or, alternately, some o

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