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The Young Latino Voter

Mujeres at the Forefront

Young Latinas are assuming greater political influence While many Latino males opt to go directly into the
as are other women of color who are increasingly workforce, Latinas are more likely to choose the
recognized as vocal role models for the next generation. academic path. Close to one-third of Millennial Latinas
These young women are outpacing Latino males in ages 25 to 34 (32%) have an associate degree or higher
educational achievement and registering to vote. Latinas compared to 23% of Hispanic males the same age. Of
want to narrow the pay gap, with two-thirds of young those eligible to vote, young Latinas are 19% more likely
Latinas (66%) saying equal rights and fair pay are top to be registered voters and 25% more likely to vote than
issues compared to 33% of young Latino males. young Latino males. Having a civic influence and taking
on advocacy roles has been a growing trend among
Latinas.

Prominent Latinas in politics, such as Congresswoman
IN 2018, YOUNG LATINAS WERE MORE Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, are making headlines for
LIKELY THAN YOUNG LATINO MALES TO... challenging the status quo in support of women and
people of color, asserting the voices of young Latinas.
19% 25% Latinas are also pushing for more engagement among all
Hispanics and are leading many voter-focused advocacy
100%
groups like Voto Latino and Jolt Initiative, UnidosUS and
the Southwest Voter Registration Education Project,
determined to empower all Latinos to become civically
BE REGISTERED VOTE IN THE engaged.
TO VOTE MIDTERM
BY 19% ELECTIONS BY
25%
Source: US Census Bureau, Current Population
66% Latinas
Survey 2018. of young

say equal rights and
fair pay for women are
a top issue vs. 33%
of Latino males.

Source: Telemundo. Young Latino Voter Survey, June 2020.

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