Hispanics Say They Have the Worst of a Bad Economy

A majority of Latinos believe that the economic downturn that began in 2007 has been harder on them than on other groups in America, according to a new national survey of Latino adults. Large shares report that they or someone in their household has been unemployed in the past year (59%); that their personal finances are in “only fair” or “poor” shape (75%); or that they are underwater on their mortgage (28% of Latino homeowners). However, Latinos are more upbeat than others about the prospect for better days ahead.
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As Deportations Hit Record Highs, Latinos Oppose Obama’s Policy
By a ratio of more than two-to-one, Latinos disapprove of the way the Obama administration is handling deportations of unauthorized immigrants, according to a new national survey of Latino adults. The survey also reveals that heading into the 2012 presidential campaign, Obama and the Democratic Party continue to enjoy strong support from Latino registered voters, despite a decline in Obama’s job approval rating.
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Unauthorized Immigrant Population: National and State Trends, 2010
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Immigration
Trends in migration flows, the characteristics of the foreign-born population and attitudes towards immigration policy issues.







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