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In stark contrast, the Latino focus groups exhibited a markedly different approach. Many in this demographic, which included a significant portion that had previously voted for Donald Trump, were more interested in discussing the candidates’ policies than their identities. This pragmatic approach emphasized a desire for genuine solutions rather than status signaling.
Latino participants frequently sought to understand what each candidate proposed to address pressing issues, illustrating a more policy-oriented perspective. Observably, this suggests that Latino voters, on average, may have a stronger inclination towards traditional American values—emphasizing hard work, family, and gratitude towards the nation—potentially due to their immigrant backgrounds.