Hispanic Evangelicals: A Decisive Block in U.S. Elections
In the U.S. electoral landscape, one group has emerged with increasing relevance: Hispanic evangelicals. This rapidly growing voter block has the potential to significantly influence the upcoming November elections. According to the Pew Research Center, Hispanic evangelicals make up about 15% of the Latino community in the U.S., making them a crucial segment for both Democrats and Republicans. However, this group is not firmly aligned with either political party, making them a target for persuasion by both sides.
A Shift in Political Loyalty
Traditionally, Latino voters in general have shown a greater inclination towards Democratic candidates, largely due to the party’s progressive stances on issues like immigration and civil rights. For example, in 2012, Barack Obama received significant support from Hispanic evangelicals,
