Children Quote by Mara Liasson
“Until he announced his immigration policy last week, Obama had the support of most Hispanic voters - but not the enthusiasm they had shown for him in 2008. That may be changing in part because of the decision not to deport young immigrants whose undocumented parents brought them here as children.”
About This Quote
Source News Segment: PBS NewsHour, 2022
Obama’s Hispanic support waned after 2008, possibly due to recent immigration decisions affecting young undocumented immigrants.
In simple terms: Support among Hispanic voters is changing, linked to immigration policy.
Address immigrant concerns to rebuild enthusiasm.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- campaign strategy
- community outreach
- policy advocacy
- voter engagement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could better sustain Hispanic voter enthusiasm?
- How do personal stories of undocumented youth influence political support?
Policy alone may not fully restore enthusiasm without broader trust‑building.