Census Data Proves Latinx Communities Will Play a Key Role in the Future of American Politics

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August 16, 2021

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Census Data Proves Latinx Communities Will Play a Key Role in the Future of American Politics

WASHINGTON –  The following is a statement from Yadira Sanchez, co-executive director of Poder Latinx about the U.S. Census and the need for lawmakers to recognize the increase in Latinx populations: 

“The recently released Census data shows Latinx communities are the second-largest population group across the country, with significant growth in areas across the nation. This will have long-standing impacts on the political future of the United States, and is proof that lawmakers must prioritize the needs of this community going forward.

Poder Latinx worked hard to ensure the Census was reflective of the true nature of the country, and the results are clear. Latinx population growth will play an outsized role in the redistricting of the nation and the securing of additional congressional seats.

The Census shows that more than one in four American children is Latinx, while the Latinx population overall grew by over 11 million. Our communities are the future of the nation, and the increased diversity of the U.S. shown in the Census data is a welcome step towards building a nation that is more equitable for all. This data must be considered at the federal level, when addressing the needs and concerns of Latinx communities like the treatment of Puerto Rico, job stability, improved family leave, and more. 

Since the year 2000, Latinx population growth in the U.S. has steadily increased, but the political will to listen to Latinx communities has not kept up. Puerto Rico continues to struggle with a lack of federal support, while Latinx families across the country still struggle with childcare, unemployment, and poverty. 

Now is the time to listen to the data and recognize that the United States is getting more diverse with time. We are no longer a nation for the few, and our policies must reflect these changing demographics.”
 

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