UnidosUS Action Fund, the political arm of the largest Latino civil rights organization in the United States, will endorse President Biden for re-election. The endorsement will be made official in Arizona, a battleground state, during an event that will also announce support for Democratic candidate Congressman Ruben Gallego in a closely contested Senate race. UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía emphasized the choice for Latino voters, stating that with Biden, progress can continue, while with Trump, extreme policies and economic harm were prominent during his time in office. The decision to endorse Biden was based on policies beneficial to the Latino community, such as expanding the Affordable Care Act to include DACA beneficiaries, and the threat of Trump’s anti-immigration rhetoric.
UnidosUS Action Fund plans to focus on mobilizing over 2 million Latinos in the battleground state of Arizona, where Hispanic voters played a critical role in Mr. Biden’s narrow win in the 2020 election. New polling data shows Trump leading in Arizona and other battleground states, highlighting the importance of high Latino voter turnout in November. However, there are obstacles to overcome, including misinformation and lack of outreach. Murguía pointed out that in the previous election, few Latino voters were contacted by either party or candidates to register or vote on Election Day. Consequently, UnidosUS is calling on the Biden-Harris campaign to increase on-the-ground outreach efforts beyond traditional advertising methods to reach Latino voters effectively.
With six months until Election Day, UnidosUS aims to mobilize Latino voters through various initiatives, including door knocking, making phone calls, voter education programs, promoting endorsed candidates, and providing transportation to the polls on election day. Murguía stressed the importance of in-person engagement and community presence in reaching Latino voters. The organization’s goal is to increase Latino voter turnout and ensure their voices are heard in the political process. By endorsing President Biden, UnidosUS is aligning itself with his policies that benefit the Latino community and opposing the harmful rhetoric and policies of former President Trump.
The endorsement of President Biden by UnidosUS Action Fund reflects the organization’s commitment to advancing the interests of the Latino community and promoting policies that support their well-being. Murguía emphasized the importance of moving forward with Biden to continue progress and secure a brighter future for Latinos, as opposed to regressing with Trump’s extreme policies that have had a negative impact on Latino families and the economy. By endorsing Biden-Harris and supporting Democratic candidates like Ruben Gallego, UnidosUS is actively engaging in the political process to ensure that the interests and voices of the Latino community are represented and advocated for in upcoming elections.
UnidosUS’s focus on mobilizing Latino voters in Arizona and other battleground states is crucial in ensuring that their influence and impact are felt in the upcoming election. Given the narrow margins in past elections and the importance of Latino voters in deciding outcomes, the organization’s efforts to overcome barriers like misinformation and lack of outreach are crucial. By emphasizing the need for in-person engagement, door knocking, and effective communication strategies, UnidosUS aims to increase voter turnout and empower Latino voters to make informed decisions at the polls. The organization’s advocacy for policies that benefit the Latino community and opposition to harmful anti-immigration rhetoric align with its mission to advance civil rights and social justice for Latinos in the United States.
In light of the challenges facing Latino voters, UnidosUS’s endorsement of President Biden and support for Democratic candidates signal a commitment to advancing the interests and well-being of the Latino community. With a focus on mobilizing Latino voters through various initiatives and overcoming obstacles to voter turnout, UnidosUS is working to ensure that Latino voices are heard and their concerns addressed in the political process. By calling on the Biden-Harris campaign to prioritize on-the-ground outreach efforts and engage with Latino voters directly, the organization is taking proactive steps to increase voter participation and promote representation for the Latino community in the upcoming election.
