Entravision, AltaMed, and BSP Research have unveiled Week 8 findings from the 2024 National Latino Voter Tracking Poll, showcasing record engagement and significant insights into Latino voters' perspectives as Election Day approaches. With 84% of registered Latino voters already casting their ballots or expressing near certainty to vote, the poll highlights unprecedented enthusiasm, as early voting among Latinos has doubled in just the past week. Despite this strong participation, the data also reflect growing anxieties, with many Latino voters concerned about potential election disputes and their community's place in America. Additionally, the findings show intensified Democratic outreach efforts, outpacing Republican engagement, and a clear preference for Kamala Harris among Latino voters, indicating key shifts in support and political sentiment within the community.

The Results of the National Latino Voter Tracking Poll

Latino Engagement Hits Another All-Time High

  • According to the National Latino Voter Tracking Poll, 84% of Latino registered voters have either already voted or are “almost certain” that they will vote in this election.
  • Early voting among Latinos has doubled since last week. More than 1 out of 3 Latino voters (35%) have voted early.

Despite the Enthusiasm, Latino Voters Are Also Anxious

  • 59% of Latino voters are concerned that the results of the election will be contested by the losing candidate, according to the National Latino Voter Tracking Poll.
  • 61% of Latino voters are concerned about their place in America if Donald Trump is elected President - an increase from 55% last week.
    • 35% of Latino voters are concerned about their place in America if Kamala Harris elected President - down from 37% last week.
  • A growing number of Latino voters feel that the Republican party is being hostile towards Latinos.
    • Perception of the GOP “being hostile” to Latinos has steadily trended up 23%-24%-28%-30%-33% over the past 4 weeks.
    • 13% of Latino voters feel that the Democratic party is being hostile towards them.

Democrats Make a Final Sprint to Reach Latino Voters

  • 58% of Latino voters have been contacted by a political party, campaign, or other organization - a steady climb from 48% in Week 1 (September 11-14).
  • Democratic outreach is on the rise while Republican engagement declines. Of those who have been contacted:
    • 65% have been contacted by someone from the Democratic party. Democratic engagement has risen 58%-62%-65% over the final 3 campaign weeks.
    • 36% have been contacted by someone from the Republican party. GOP engagement has declined 44%-42%-36% over the final 2 campaign weeks.
  • 56% of Latino voters feel that the Democratic party is doing a good job of reaching out to Latinos, a steady 51%-52%-56% climb over the past 2 weeks.
    • 34% feel that the Republican party is doing a good job of reaching out to Latinos.

Read the full article about the National Latino Voter Tracking Poll at Business Wire.