Factions in The Democratic Party (United States) - Ethnic Minorities

Ethnic Minorities

See also: Identity politics and Community organizing

A large portion of the Democratic voting base are ethnic minorities. The Democrats' positions on affirmative action and civil rights, the economy, and immigration have attracted many minorities to the party.

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