FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GALEO & GALEO IMPACT FUND LAUNCHES THE 2024 GEORGIA LATINO VOTE REPORT
(Norcross, GA) – GALEO and the GALEO Impact Fund released the 2024 Georgia Latino Vote Report, continuing to document a more accurate account of the Latino voter engagement in Georgia during the 2024 presidential election cycle.
On January 7th, 2025, we hosted an online press conference for our partners and the media to present the 2024 Georgia Latino Vote Report, our fifth report documenting Latino voter engagement in Georgia since 2008.The event featured a conversation led by Kyle Gomez-Leineweber, Director of Public Policy and Advocacy, and joined by Jerry Gonzalez, CEO. Both discussed the findings and analysis within the report. Our long-standing partnership with the NALEO Educational Fund and the Department of Political Science at the University of Georgia once again made the report possible.
“We’re thankful to our partners at NALEO and the University of Georgia who helped ensure GALEO could produce this timely report on the electoral landscape for Latinos in Georgia it is our hope that this report will not only dispel some of the problematic narratives we’ve seen come out about Latino voters since the election, but also help inform the important work organizations like ours are doing to civically engage with our Latino community.” said Jerry Gonzalez of GALEO & GALEO Impact Fund
During the 2024 election cycle, the Latino electorate in Georgia experienced significant growth and impact, similar to trend lines in previous electoral cycles.
Key Takeaways from 2024
Nearly 30% growth rate since 2020
Latinas lead the way
64% of GA Latinos voted for VP Kamala Harris with 35% supporting President-Elect Donald Trump (UnidosUS)
Latinos remain a critical demographic for any candidate running statewide in Georgia
In Gwinnett alone, our presence can be felt. As the graphic shows, voter turnout has increased compared to previous years.
With Georgia’s Latino population growing, more Latinos are registering to vote and exercising their right to vote. The 2024 Georgia Latino Vote Report shows how the Latino community shapes the state’s political future. It breaks down key trends, showing where Latinos are voting, and the growth of their influence in Georgia elections.
This is crucial information for anyone who wants to understand where the state is headed and how the Latino vote will impact future elections and policies. This report demonstrates that the Latino electorate is becoming increasingly powerful, can’t be ignored, and must be recognized and respected.
For media inquiries about the report, contact Lorena-Mora Basto.
