While the debate will make some Democrats uncomfortable, advocates for an immigration overhaul that includes a path to citizenship say the new focus in Washington could energize Latino voters and prove a net win for Democrats in November.
“Latino voters could actually make up the difference in tight races,” said Lynn Tramonte, deputy director for America’s Voices, a pro-immigration advocacy group. The organization released a 49-page report last month highlighting congressional and gubernatorial races where the Latino vote — and thus support for immigration reform — would be critical.
Yet it is unclear whether incumbents in tough 2010 races will embrace the new push on immigration, even in districts with significant Hispanic populations.
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