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League of Minority Voters Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the League of Minority Voters recognizes the immense contributions of Latinos to the fabric of American society and reaffirms our commitment to empowering this vital community through civic engagement.
Latinos have shaped our nation’s history and continue to drive its future in countless ways. From the arts and sciences to business and public service, Hispanic Americans enrich our culture and strengthen our democracy. This year, a record 36.2 million Latinos are eligible to vote, representing nearly 15% of the total U.S. electorate. This growing political power gives our community an unprecedented opportunity to influence the direction of our country.
However, Latino potential remains unfulfilled. Despite recent increases in turnout, only about half of eligible Latino voters cast ballots in recent elections. We must close this participation gap to ensure our voices are fully heard. Every vote matters, especially in an election year where margins may be razor-thin in key states.
The League of Minority Voters calls on all eligible Latinos to register and vote. Your vote is your voice in our democracy. It’s how we advocate for the issues that matter most to our families and communities – from economic opportunity and affordable healthcare to immigration reform and quality education.
To those already engaged, we urge you to help others in your community register and get to the polls. Many Latinos, especially new citizens and young voters, face barriers to participation. By offering guidance and support, we can empower more of our gente to exercise their rights.
This Hispanic Heritage Month, let’s celebrate our heritage by embracing our civic duty. Together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive America that lives up to its highest ideals for all its people. Our diversity is our strength, and our united voice at the ballot box is our power.
Sincerely,
Priyanka Sharma
National Co-Chair
Andres Ramirez
National Co-Chair