Shifting Catholic Dynamics in US Politics

This chapter explores the evolving landscape of the Catholic vote in the United States, especially regarding recent trends favoring Republican candidates like Donald Trump. It highlights the diverse voting behaviors among Latino and white Catholics, and the influence of cultural identity, socio-economic factors, and gender on political alignment. The discussion also sheds light on the implications of these changes for the Democratic Party, especially as younger Catholics gravitate towards conservative values amidst changing cultural beliefs.