We asked Latino voters from across the country to describe the issues they wish politicians would focus more attention on ahead of the midterms. Here's what they said — in their own words.
"Focusing on revamping and scientifically addressing infrastructure issues in education and public transport should be top docket.
"I am a firm believer in the power of capitalism. Equality of opportunity and regulations encouraging market competition are the two most critical components for growing the economy and stabilizing society. Education in the U.S. has lagged behind fellow developed countries, and by scientifically approaching the American curriculum to be internationally competitive for the 2020s will have the most outstanding returns on investment.
"Public transport is a perfect solution to both the climate and connecting our cities. This promotes cross-economic growth and dramatically reduces the need for individual motor vehicles. As a Floridian, I cannot stress how annoying it is. I cannot take a 2-hour train ride to Miami and have to drive 5 hours from Gainesville.""I live in a major metropolitan city.
"Sometimes I feel like politicians don't want a voice or to truly represent me, they just want my vote by pandering. I don't identify with a politician just because they are Hispanic or Latino, I want politicians to make an effort to actually know their community and the challenges they face."
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