Since its founding, the California Latino Legislative Caucus has maintained a policy of exclusivity towards Republicans, unlike the bipartisan caucuses in states like Arizona and Texas. With an increasing number of Latino Republicans now in Sacramento, debates have resurfaced about inclusion. Today's Latino voters, many of whom are U.S.-born and English-speaking, identify more as American rather than solely through their countries of origin. This socio-political evolution indicates a growing divide in Latino political identity and preference that could reshape future Latino representation in California.
"Today, there are nine Latino Republican lawmakers in the Capitol who have formed their own caucus, mirroring the broader political shifts among Latino voters in California."
"Latinos today are increasingly identifying as more typically American and less tied to their ancestral countries, signaling a shift in their political engagement and preferences."
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