An AS/COA Online explainer examines Hispanic demographics, political representation, voting trends, and election issues in the United States ahead of the November 6 presidential election.
Immigration
While immigration remains important, Latinos will cast their votes based on their assessment of candidates’ views on the economy, education, and health care, an October 18 panel concluded.
During the October 16 presidential debate, President Barack Obama and Republican candidate Mitt Romney sparred about immigration reform and made appeals to female voters.
The government in Havana changed the country’s Migration Law, allowing some Cubans to travel abroad without an exit permit. But questions remain about lingering restrictions.
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Early results from Chile’s census found that while the country is richer and less populous than expected, a falling birthrate spells long-term labor concerns.
Colombian exports to Brazil are on the rise, particularly in construction materials and military technology.