Latino Voter Shift: A New Political Landscape

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This chapter examines the changing dynamics of Latino voters who are increasingly leaning towards the Republican Party, driven by economic concerns rather than traditional ethnic issues. It highlights the Democratic Party's response in adapting its messaging, especially regarding border security, and the implications of this shift for future political parity.

Latino voters were once considered a reliable bet for Democrats. But with each passing election, Republicans are making more inroads with them. The FT’s Houston correspondent, Myles McCormick, and Republican political strategist, Mike Madrid, join this week’s Swamp Notes to unpack this shift.

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Swamp Notes is produced by Ethan Plotkin, Sonja Hutson, Lauren Fedor and Marc Filippino. Topher Forhecz is the FT’s executive producer. The FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Special thanks to Pierre Nicholson.

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