Political Demographics

Understanding Congressional Gerrymandering: 'It's Moneyball Applied To Politics'

1:40pm June 15, 2016

Ratf**ked author David Daley says that Republicans targeted key state legislative races in 2010 in an effort to control state houses, and, eventually, Congressional redistricting.

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Barbara Sears, a Republican state representative in Ohio, is not sure whether she likes Trump personally, but she plans to vote for him.

Politics & Government

Are GOP Women Warming Up To Donald Trump?

10:42am June 15, 2016

by Asma Khalid

Some GOP women in the swing state of Ohio say they'd vote for their party's presumptive nominee even if they don't like him. Others say they can't accept Trump — and simply won't vote in November.

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Berta Aceves at her store in El Paso, Texas.

Politics & Government

Latinos And American Identity In A Time Of Trump: A Postcard From El Paso

7:24pm June 12, 2016

by Eyder Peralta

Donald Trump's comments about a Latino federal judge have sparked discussion about racism and bias. But to many Latinos they're about historic burden.

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Hillary Clinton Fights To Win Over Her Own Demographic: White Women

6:43pm June 09, 2016

by Asma Khalid

Hillary Clinton is winning women voters this primary season, but that's mainly because of overwhelming support from women of color. As her campaign moves to the general election, NPR explores whether she can win over an increasing share of white female voters.

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A screenshot from the new pro-Clinton superPAC ad attacking Donald Trump for his comments mocking a disabled reporter.

Why Would The Pro-Clinton SuperPAC Target Conservative Christians?

2:16pm June 09, 2016

by Sarah McCammon

A new ad from Priorities USA Action has overt religious messaging, which isn't likely to get many evangelicals to vote for Hillary Clinton. But it might keep some from voting for Donald Trump.

How Should You Look At The Jobs Report? Try These Different Angles

8:55am June 04, 2016

by Marilyn Geewax

The latest monthly jobs report showed a sharp slowdown in hiring. Economists, who didn't see the drop coming, suggest reasons ranging from a workers' strike to presidential politics.

Hispanic Lawmakers Say Hillary Clinton Needs A Little 'Sizzle' In A VP

9:33am May 27, 2016

by Susan Davis

Two top Hispanic House Democrats weigh in on what Hillary Clinton should look for in a running mate.

Hillary Clinton stops for a selfie with a supporter following a Women for Hillary Town Hall meeting in New York City.

The Trump-Clinton Gender Gap Could Be The Largest In More Than 60 Years

9:55am May 26, 2016

by Danielle Kurtzleben

If recent skirmishes between the two candidates are any signal, gender will factor heavily into their attacks — and that could potentially widen the gap even more.

Spring 2016 Asian American Voter Survey of 1212 registered Asian-American voters with a margin of error +/- 3%.

Politics & Government

Fueled By Young Voters, Asian-Americans Increasingly Identify As Democrats

8:00am May 24, 2016

by Asma Khalid

In the last four years, there's been a 12-point increase in the percent of Asian-Americans who identify as Democrat, according to a new poll. What does that mean for the presidential election?

Apparent Republican nominee Donald Trump has won more raw votes from 18-29 year olds this primary season than likely Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, even though young voters lean Democratic.

Politics & Government

Millennials Now Rival Boomers As A Political Force, But Will They Actually Vote?

3:57pm May 16, 2016

by Asma Khalid

The number of eligible millennial voters is now roughly on par with the number of eligible Baby Boomers. But, that potential has not translated into concrete votes yet.