Harris and Trump Vie for Crucial African-American and Latino Votes in Swing States


Washington: With the US presidential elections set for November 5th, Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump are intensively campaigning to secure votes from African-American and Latino communities, focusing their efforts in key swing states.

According to Kuwait News Agency, the upcoming presidential race is marked by its focus on swing states, which may determine the election’s outcome. These states include Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, with Nevada, North Carolina, and Minnesota also identified as critical battlegrounds this year. The Electoral College system, which the US employs for presidential elections, requires a majority of 270 out of 538 electoral votes to win the presidency.

The electoral significance of African-American and Latino voters has been underscored by recent polling data suggesting a potential shift in their traditional voting patterns. A new poll by the New York Times in collaboration with the Siena College Research Institute indicated that Donald
Trump is gaining ground among these key demographic groups, who have historically leaned Democratic. The primary concerns of these voters include the economy, immigration, and gender-related social issues, with a notable focus on issues pertinent to African American men.

In response to these trends, former President Barack Obama has actively engaged in campaigning, specifically targeting African American men. He discussed the challenges faced by female presidential candidates, suggesting that biases against women might be influencing voter behavior. Kamala Harris has responded to this by stepping up her outreach efforts, particularly through initiatives like the “Black Men’s Opportunity Agenda,” a comprehensive plan aimed at empowering African American men to achieve economic success and build wealth.

As the candidates continue to vie for every possible vote in the swing states, the support of African-American and Latino voters is poised to play a pivotal role in deciding the next occupant of the White Hous
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