As election results continue be released, political experts are analyzing the implications of last night’s results as well as the political realignment among key demographics in exit polls.
Gustavo Flores-Macías, professor of government and public policy, says with about 45% of Hispanics voting for Trump, we’re witnessing an important realignment of a group previously thought to be squarely within the coalition supporting Democratic candidates.
Flores-Macías says: “With about 45% of Hispanics voting for Trump according to exit polls, this constitutes an important realignment of a group previously thought to be squarely within the coalition supporting Democratic candidates. Concerns about the economy, crime, government overreach and cultural issues are among the main concerns leading this realignment. This outcome should make Democrats think hard about the extent to which their policies resonate with Hispanics, a group that will continue to be crucial to win elections in the future.”
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