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Book SynopsisThe 2000 presidential election was one of the closest in history, yet this book shows that the Latino vote and voice in the election were limited in impact.
Trade Review[This book] contributes importantly by foregrounding the complexities of Latina/o participation in the American political system and by highlighting the strategic concerns and opportunities that face this community as their participation is courted and engaged. The often overlooked and often scapegoated Latina/o community deserves this attention. Perhaps this volume will be a clarion call to scholars of political communication and rhetoric to locate intersections in their research where Latina/o issues can receive greater attention and exposure. * Argumentation and Advocacy *
With particular emphasis on states with high concentrations of Latina/os, this is an excellent study of the elections. Indeed, this volume will be an important reference. Summing Up: Highly recommended. General readers and undergraduate to graduate students. Should be required reading for public officials, political candidates, and policy advisers. * CHOICE *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction: Awaited Voices: Latinos and U.S. Elections Chapter 2 Between Symbolism and Influence: Latinos and the 2000 Elections Chapter 3 Un Nuevo Dia? Republican Outreach to the Latino Community in the 2000 Campaign Chapter 4 Latino Politics Comes of Age: Lessons from the Golden State Chapter 5 New Mexico Hispanos in the 2000 General Election Chapter 6 Latinos and the 2000 Elections in Colorado: More Real than Apparent, More Apparent than Real? Chapter 7 Will More (Votes) Continue to Equal Less (Influence)? Arizona Latinos in the 2000 Elections Chapter 8 Still Waiting in the Wings: Latinos in the 2000 Texas Elections Chapter 9 Unquestioned Influence: Latinos and the 2000 Election in California Chapter 10 "Pues, At Least We Had Hillary": Latino New York City, the 2000 Elections, and the Limits of Party Loyalty Chapter 11 Battleground Florida Chapter 12 Electoral College Dropouts: Illinois Latinos in the 2000 Presidential Election
