Economy and immigration gain weight among Cuban and Venezuelan voters in Florida
Less than a month before the midterm elections, South Florida communities face everyday priorities alongside issues involving Cuba and Venezuela.
The economy and immigration uncertainty share prominence with policy toward Cuba and Venezuela among South Florida voters less than a month before the midterm elections.
Professor Guillermo Grenier, who leads the Cuba Poll, said Cuba will remain important but rank behind the economy and immigration. Raids, deportations and the end of Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans have affected communities across the region.
Among Cuban Americans, the analysis raises questions about turnout. Grenier ruled out a shift of votes toward the Democratic Party but said lower participation could also hurt Republicans.
The coverage describes a different dynamic among Venezuelans because the legal status of most prevents them from voting. In Florida’s 27th District, the campaign includes the cost of living and other everyday issues.