The 'untouched mass power' of Latino voters could be the secret to a Biden victory

[Judi Lynn]

Pennsylvania is a must-win battleground state if the Democrats are to reclaim the White House, and the Latino communities could play a crucial role – if they vote

Nina Lakhani in York and Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Tue 13 Oct 2020 02.00 EDT

Carlos Ivan Robles will vote for the first time next month because his life depends on it.

Robles, a 51-year-old Puerto Rican who’s lived in eastern Pennsylvania for almost three decades, suffered a stroke in 2014 and relies on Obamacare to cover medical bills and prescription charges he cannot afford.

“I’ve never registered to vote before. It never interested me. But we have to get rid of Trump. Without Obamacare I couldn’t pay for my medications,” said Robles, a former auto body painter.

Robles isn’t alone in fretting about healthcare. According to the Pew Research Center, healthcare is a top election issue for three quarters of Latino voters – the country’s fastest growing racial and voting demographic.

More:
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/oct/13/biden-latino-voters-could-be-key-for-biden-victory

[bamagal62]

1. Lancaster County has a huge

Puerto Rican community. And, most live in the city. The city of Lancaster is much more progressive than the suburbs. I’ve lived there and the Democratic Party in the City has a strong organization. They have a really high voter participation rate.

[Judi Lynn]

2. Have never been to the state, had no idea! Have heard some parts are really red!

Thanks for contributing some great news! Comes at a terrific time, for sure.