The Fronteras Vote 2012 Special
Changing demographics across the Southwest United States have redrawn political maps and are challenging assumptions about the electorate. In a series of stories during the primary election season, Fronteras: The Changing America Desk explores how these changes may impact the 2012 vote.
The series included a two-hour call-in program simulcast to public radio stations across the Southwest on May 23, 2012.
The Fronteras Vote 2012 Election Special
Missed the special broadcast? The entire two-hour program is now posted, along with ways to continue the discussion.
Economists: Arizona Job Growth Slow, But Sustainable
Southwestern states like Arizona and Nevada grew more than most during the boom years. But their growth coming out of the recession has lagged - Arizona's only regained a quarter of the jobs lost during the Great Recession.
- By Devin Browne
- May 22, 2012
The Latino Gap: Dual Language Programs Offer Hope
California voters called for a virtual end to bilingual education. But things have changed. As part of our ongoing series, some educators believe an increasingly popular model of bilingual teaching can help close the Latino education achievement gap.
- By Jill Replogle
- February 2, 2012
After SB 1070, Some Migrants In Arizona Self-Deport
The Supreme Court will hear a case challenging the controversial law. Some argue it has achieved its goal by forcing immigrants out.
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments April 25 in a controversial immigration case - Arizona's SB 1070. Supporters say the law has achieved one of its goals: Thousands of illegal immigrants have left on their own.
- By Peter O'Dowd
- April 19, 2012
Getting Personal With A Family Of Latino Voters
Reporter Mónica Ortiz Uribe wanted to look at a typical family of Latino voters -- so she interviewed her own.
- By Mónica Ortiz Uribe
- April 11, 2012
Brookings: Mountain West Is America's Next Swing Region
The West is more diverse than ever. It’s also increasingly urban. What does that mean for American politics? It could signal a shift from a reliably conservative region to a more liberal voter base.
- By Peter O'Dowd
- March 19, 2012
Latino Activist To Run In New City Council District, But Challenges Abound
Latinos are a majority in the new 9th City Council District, but that raw numerical advantage is tempered by immigration status and a lack of political mobilization.
- By Adrian Florido
- February 6, 2012
Latino Voter Apathy In A Border Town
The Latino voting bloc is among the most desired in the country. But never mind who they will vote for, nationally, Latino voters don’t go to the polls any more than most Americans. In one border city, officials say voter apathy is a problem.
- By Michel Marizco
- May 15, 2012
West Texas Congressional Race Could Yield Surprises
In El Paso a Democratic congressman is fighting to save his seat for the first time in 16 years. His main challenger in the upcoming primary is young, well-liked and could alter the U.S. role in Mexico's drug war.
- By Mónica Ortiz Uribe
- May 14, 2012
Young Immigrant Activists Who Can't Vote Influence Those Who Can
Many young immigrant activists in Arizona have great political reach -- and impact. Yet they can't vote. This doesn't stop them from influencing the voters who can.
- By Devin Browne
- May 15, 2012
Latinos And The Online Campaign
To reach a likely Latino voter this election season, President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney may have to reach them online.
Because more and more Latinos are going online, campaigns are increasingly turning to the Internet to cultivate this group of voters and to get more of them to participate in elections.
- By Jose Luis Jiménez
- July 16, 2012
