Garcia noted that he has not experienced this level of reluctance to speak with him in previous elections, indicating increased voter anxiety. He stated, 'This is the first time people have refused to talk to me for a story. I think it’s the nature of the election; people feel there is a lot at stake.' This underscores the unique tension surrounding current electoral issues and their impact on voter engagement.
Garcia highlighted the geographical significance of Las Cruces in relation to the pressing issues of the election, saying, 'We’re kind of at the nexus point for that. There’s a lot of tension around some of those issues, I think that’s leading to people just wanting to kind of get their vote over with.' His insight points towards the complex interplay of local circumstances shaping voter activity.
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