Ruben Gallego could be the first Latino to represent Arizona in Senate
Staff Reports | Digital Free Press
Latino Victory Fund, an American Latino organization dedicated to increasing Latino representation at all levels of government, announced that it is endorsing Arizona Congressman Ruben Gallego for U.S. Senate.
If elected, Mr. Gallego would be the first Latino to represent Arizona in the U.S. Senate, according to a press release.
A win for Mr. Gallego would increase the Latino bench of representation in Congress, and it would break a barrier for Latinos in a state where they represent 33 percent of the population, the release states.
“Congressman Gallego’s race is historic for Latinos in Arizona and across the country. Electing the first Latino U.S. Senator to represent Arizona will not only increase Latino representation but having a candidate of Congressman Gallego’s caliber will help mobilize Latino voters in a high-stakes presidential election,” said Sindy M. Benavides, Latino Victory Fund president & CEO.
“Congressman Gallego is a top-notch candidate who has earned his stripes, not just on the battlefield as a U.S. Marine, but also as a community organizer and state legislator fighting for working families. His tireless efforts in Congress to advocate for opportunities and economic mobility for our communities reflect his passion for ensuring the American Dream still works for everyone and that economic success is not only for the rich and powerful.”
Latino Victory Fund officials tell the Digital Free Press the organization is proud to stand in support with Mr. Gallego.
“As a longtime member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and the former Chair of BOLD Pac, I’ve experienced firsthand how crucial it is to expand Latino representation in Congress, in the U.S. Senate, and beyond,” said Congressman Gallego.
“I am honored to receive the endorsement of Latino Victory Fund, a longtime partner in pursuit of that crucial mission. Arizona has never had a Latino Senator — I am going to change that. I look forward to working with LVF to get the job done and continue building a better future for all Arizonans in the U.S. Senate.”
