PPLE355

Latinxs represent the largest growing demographic in American Politics, pressing the debate about their growing cultural and political influence. COVID-19, the Black Lives Matter movement, the 2020 presidential election, and climate change migration add further complexity to the field of Latinx/o politics. However, no universal Latinx/o experience leads to uncertainty about their identification and mobilization within the U.S. political system. Despite this, Latinx/o communities have organized powerful social movements to demand political power and policy changes. This course explores Latinx's political strides, struggles, and possibilities that continue to shape U.S. politics. It covers major theories, Latinx/o political engagement, the role of women in social movements, and contemporary policy issues impacting Latinx/o communities.

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