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Exit polls, gender gaps, and religion: understanding Latino voting patterns in the 2024 election

In the aftermath of the 2024 election, Democrats are confronting a possible existential threat: The erosion of support among important demographic groups, particularly Latinos.

An example close to home helps illustrate the shift: In the 14th Legislative District, in the Yakima Valley, a newly redrawn map was supposed to strengthen Latino representation in the state House and Senate.

Republicans even challenged the map in court, alleging it was built to win seats for Democrats.

But as the dust settles, Republicans are poised to sweep the 14th District, new map and all.

So what’s happening…

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