New Latinx Caucus Established By Will County Democrats

© Getty Images/iStockphoto Membership to the caucus is open to elected Democratic Latino officials, elected and appointed Democratic Latino precinct committee persons, Democratic Latino voters, the immigrant community and allies.

WILL COUNTY, IL — To raise political and civic consciousness by electing Latinx representatives to all levels of government, the Will County Democratic Central Committee launched the Will County Democratic Latinx Caucus last month.

The Latinx Caucus seeks to unify and empower Latinx communities, ensure fair representation of Latinx interests, educate others on policy issues of importance to the Latinx community and promote political participation through voter registration, candidate and activist training, voter education, and community outreach, according to a release.

Over the years, Will County’s Latinx population has increased and continues to grow as more Latinx families move into the county and stay to raise future generations. Despite this “continual growth, representation remains the same – little to none,” said Latinx Caucus Chair Tanya Arias.

“The Latinx Caucus will serve as a vehicle to educate the Latinx community on voter engagement and turnout,” she said. “One of the primary goals of the Latinx Caucus is to close the language barrier gap. Having language access to basic voter information, such as sample ballots or even local government news will ensure all Latinx voters become more civically engaged.”

Membership to the caucus is open to elected Democratic Latino officials, elected and appointed Democratic Latino precinct committee persons, Democratic Latino voters, the immigrant community and allies.

Those interested in joining the caucus can email info@thelatinxcaucus.com.

“This is a proud moment for Will County. The Latinx community is an essential part of Will County’s past, present, and future, and the Will County Democratic Latinx Caucus will advance important issues, bring fresh ideas, and create leadership opportunities for so many in the community,” said Nora Gruenberg, chair of the Will County Democratic Central Committee.

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