The professor of International Relations at Universidade São Judas Tadeu, Clarissa Forner, analyzes the changes in the electoral scenario in the United States, highlighting the growing weight of female, black and Hispanic-American votes in presidential contests.
According to the expert, who is also a researcher at the National Institute of Science and Technology for Studies on the United States (INCT-INEU), although the electoral college system is still decisive, campaigns have given special attention to the “swing states”, who have no definite inclination towards Republicans or Democrats. However, Forner highlights that demographic changes in recent decades have significantly altered the electoral landscape.
Impact of minority groups
The professor emphasizes: “We have a much greater weight of female votes, black votes, Hispanic-American votes, in such a way that perhaps with this we can also understand why Kamala and also Trump are investing in a state like Texas.”
Texas, historically Republican-leaning, has received special attention from candidates in the final days of the campaign. This reflects a changing perception in the electorate, especially considering the significant Hispanic-American contingent in the state.
Forner argues that the change in campaign approach indicates an adaptation to the country’s new demographic realities.
The expert’s analysis suggests that, in addition to traditional “swing states”, candidates are now focusing on regions previously considered consolidated, recognizing the potential for change in the electoral behavior of these emerging demographic groups.
This content was originally published in Female, black and Hispanic-American votes have more and more weight in the USA, says professor to WW on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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