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Texas State Representative says Latino vote will have "big impact" in November midterm elections
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
As many as 10,000 people attended the LULAC National Convention that just wrapped up in Fort Worth.
Among the speakers to address attendees was State Representative Cassandra Garcia Hernandez, D-Farmers Branch. In an interview with CBS News Texas, Hernandez said the Latino vote will have a si...
Key takeaway In an interview with CBS News Texas, Hernandez said the Latino vote will have a sizable impact on the midterm elections in November.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The LULAC National Convention's presence in Fort Worth, with its significant attendance, demonstrates the growing influence of the Latino community in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. State Representative Cassandra Garcia Hernandez's assertion that the Latino vote will have a big impact in November's midterm elections resonates locally, given the demographic makeup of Tarrant County, where Southlake is situated. As a city within the county, Southlake's residents will likely be affected by the electoral outcomes, which could shape policies on education, given that the city is served by the Carroll Independent School District. The Latino vote's potential impact on local and state-level elections may also inform how Southlake's city government and the Carroll Independent School District address the needs of their diverse constituents. With the midterms approaching, it will be crucial to monitor how candidates engage with the Latino community in the area.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? As many as 10,000 people attended the LULAC National Convention that just wrapped up in Fort Worth.
Among the speakers to address attendees was State Representative Cassandra Garcia Hernandez, D-Farmers Branch. In an interview with CBS News Texas, Hernandez said the Latino vote will have a si...
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