A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar How Latino Voters Are Reshaping American Politics
Nov 1, 2025
Political strategist Mike Madrid dives into the evolving role of Latino voters in American politics. He discusses the Lincoln Project's strategy against Trumpism and personal sacrifices made for political principles. Madrid highlights how Democrats have adopted conservative policies but still miss the mark with Latino voters. He explores the influence of a maternal Catholic culture on political dynamics and warns of escalating political violence. Ultimately, he emphasizes the need for honest local conversations to foster healing and connection.
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Latino Shift Mattered In Elections
- Mike Madrid argues the Hispanic vote shifted right faster than most noticed and helped change election outcomes.
- He wrote The Latino Century to warn that Democrats were ignoring vital demographic trends and economic issues.
Cost Of Joining The Lincoln Project
- Madrid recounts joining the Lincoln Project and expecting vicious online attacks and credible death threats to his family.
- He kept working because he believed standing up for the Constitution outweighed personal cost.
Generation, Not Origin, Drives Latino Politics
- The Latino electorate is rapidly becoming majority U.S.-born and more American-identified, shifting priorities toward economic mobility.
- Generational status, not country of origin, now drives Latino political behavior.
