In Texas, Democrats Win a Solidly Republican District Thanks to the Latino Vote

In a surprise victory, a union-affiliated Democrat and Air Force veteran won a seat in the Texas Senate, a Republican-majority state. The candidate’s victory was due to high Latino voter participation, even though his opponent had strong Republican support and more campaign funding. What concerns led Latinos to vote for a Democrat in this special election? Mariana Pineda clarifies the question in the following report.

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