Swingers: The Latino Vote
Hispanics are increasingly recognized as a critical swing voter demographic, wielding substantial influence in crucial battleground states.
Hispanics are increasingly recognized as a critical swing voter demographic, wielding substantial influence in crucial battleground states.
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“Right now, everything is so expensive,” Deleon said. “Gas is still high, grocery prices continue to rise. Inflation has not gone down…rent is extremely high. People have to work more than two jobs to put food on the table.”
Many residents living in Hartford, Connecticut’s Frog Hollow neighborhood are hesitant to vote despite being passionate and in tune with local social issues
“I want politicians to prioritize schools, making sure that students feel safe and are supported,” she says. “Students should not walk into schools, pass through a metal detector and feel surveilled.”
“We have a population of people who have truly been left out,” said Maria Jimenez, founder of Poder Común.
Lack of understanding that there are different cultures is partially why the majority of the media and pollsters can’t figure out the Latino voter.
RI Secretary of State Gregg Amore with timely resources to ensure every eligible Rhode Islander has the information they need to cast their ballot on or before November 5.
For Rico Cortez, a Mexican American raised by a single mother, growing up with a strong matriarch has shaped his political views.
“I know just by watching these debates and stuff…it seems like our presidential candidates are a little worried,” one Gen-Z Latina said. “And I think they should be.”
“Have a plan to vote,” said Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore. “Rhode Island is a fantastic, accessible voter-friendly state.”
“I do believe in the power of the vote. Together, we will be able to do much more,” Crawford said about the presidential election.