The NPR Politics Podcast It's Been A Minute: How Latino Voter Outreach Still Falls Short
Oct 25, 2020
Lisa García Bedolla, a UC Berkeley professor and expert in Latino politics, discusses the complexities of engaging Latino voters. She highlights the diverse political beliefs within the Latino community and criticizes superficial outreach efforts. The conversation touches on the unique challenges political campaigns face, particularly in Texas, and examines the unexpected support for candidates like Donald Trump among Latino men. García Bedolla calls for a deeper understanding of Latino identities to improve political engagement and representation.
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Victor Leal's Entry into Politics
- Victor Leal, from Muleshoe, Texas, was encouraged to run for mayor by his town's people.
- This experience propelled him into further political work, including Latino voter outreach for the Republican Party.
Diversity of Latino Political Views
- Latino voters are not a monolith, holding diverse political views.
- Victor Leal learned this through his own family's varying political affiliations.
Leal Family's Political Spectrum
- Victor Leal's family exemplifies the political diversity within the Latino community.
- His family members' support ranges from Biden to Trump.
