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Names can sometimes hinder Latino politicians

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“New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is facing a challenge in his presidential bid: convincing voters that he is Hispanic.

Latino candidates with Anglo-sounding last names have a harder time attracting the attention of the growing number of Latino voters, political experts say.

With a rise in mixed marriages, more Latino politicians could be facing the prospect of having to prove that they are Hispanic. The phenomenon has led some politicos to add a Hispanic middle name or last name to their moniker, or ditch an Anglo one.”*

Posted on: October 21st, 2007
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Filed Under: 1. Hispanic News, Politics, Tomás' Picks
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