In the wake of Trump's election to a second term, this panel will bring together leading experts, scholars, and community leaders to critically examine the evolving relationship between far-right ideologies and Latinx communities.. The resurgence of far-right ideologies and the growing influence of populist rhetoric have raised urgent questions about the future of American democracy, national identity, and social cohesion. At the heart of this shifting political landscape is the Latinx community, one of the nation’s fastest-growing and most diverse demographic groups. Historically, the Latinx community has played a pivotal role in U.S. elections, often acting as a political swing group that shapes the outcome of key races across the country. However, the intersection of far-right politics with Latinx experiences has begun to reshape political affiliations, create divisions within the community, and challenge long-held ideas about what it means to be Latino in America.

This panel is organized by NYU Wagner and ALAS. It is co-sponsored by The Latinx Project.

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Panelists

Paola Ramos is a world-renowned journalist and the writer of Defectors, which explores how race, identity, and political trauma influenced the rise in far-right ideology among Latinxs and how this group can shape American politics.

Steven Renderos is the Executive Director of MediaJustice, a national racial justice organization that advances the media and technology rights of people of color.

[Moderator] Judy Pryor-Ramirez is Clinical Associate Professor of Public Service and the Director of Executive Master of Public Administration Program at NYU Wagner.