Pennsylvania Latino groups push voter engagement ahead of November elections
The event is part of a broader national effort to engage and mobilize Latino voters.
HARRISBURG, Pa. —
As Pennsylvania lawmakers return to Harrisburg for the fall legislative session, Latino advocacy, labor, faith and community organizations are highlighting the growing influence of Latino voters ahead of the November elections.
About a dozen organizations joined UnidosUS Action PAC, Latino Victory and members of the Pennsylvania Latino Caucus Monday at the state Capitol to discuss voter engagement and economic issues affecting Latino communities.
The groups say issues including the cost of groceries, housing, health care, wages and jobs are among the concerns shaping conversations with voters.
The event is part of a broader national effort involving UnidosUS Action Fund, LULAC, Latino Victory Fund and Mi Familia Vota to engage and mobilize Latino voters ahead of the November elections.
The timing of the event coincides with lawmakers’ return to the Capitol, where several economic issues remain before the General Assembly, including legislation addressing Pennsylvania’s minimum wage.
UnidosUS Action PAC Executive Director Rafael Collazo said Latino voters expect elected leaders to address the issues affecting their families.
A recent UnidosUS analysis found that about 38% of Hispanic voters nationally are part of what the organization calls a “movable middle,” voters who are independent, undecided, or crossed party lines in the 2024 election.
The analysis found economic concerns, including the cost of living, jobs and wages, health care and housing, are among the top priorities for those voters.
Monday’s event is expected to be the first in a series focused on Latino voter engagement as the November election approaches.