The Science of Politics
Why some Latinos support the Trump immigration agenda
Feb 17, 2025
Loren Collingwood, a researcher at the University of New Mexico specializing in Latino opinions and immigration policies, delves into the surprising support some Latinos have for Trump's immigration agenda. He discusses how many separate themselves from recent immigrants, influencing their political views. Collingwood reveals the role of money in shaping immigration policies, particularly how interest groups sway legislators. Additionally, he analyzes the evolving dynamics of Latino voting and the complexities of identity within their political engagement.
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- Many Latinos distinguish themselves from recent immigrants, leading to support for anti-immigration policies that seem contradictory to their identities.
- Economic dependence on immigration enforcement drives some Latino voters to prioritize job security, influencing their political affiliations and support for stringent measures.
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Latino Support for Anti-Immigration Policies
A significant portion of Latino voters actively support anti-immigration policies and candidates, such as Donald Trump, despite being part of an immigrant-adjacent demographic. Research indicates that many Latinos distinguish themselves from recent immigrants, viewing their own experiences as separate and, at times, conflicting with those of newer arrivals. This disassociation may lead them to embrace and endorse punitive immigration measures, which seems counterintuitive given their cultural connections to immigration issues. Such dynamics suggest a complex relationship where personal identity and psychological factors contribute to their political choices.
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