A congressional race in Orange County has become one of the most closely watched contests this election cycle, and will likely trigger a rethink for politicos on how Asian Americans vote.
Experts say the voting bloc cares about the same domestic issues as other voters. But with overseas connections still strong for many, especially first-generation voters, U.S. foreign policy ends up playing an unusual role in Asian American voter choice, a phenomenon known as homeland politics.
Little data is available tracking Asian American sentiment in this way, and surveys often do not account for differences within diaspora groups.
Asian American Republicans may push that narrative, but the picture is complex. In the 2020 election, two-thirds of Asian Americans voted for Joe Biden; Donald Trump likely lost supporters with his anti-Asian rhetoric, particularly surrounding COVID-19 . But it's also true that in the same election, the GOP flipped two seats in California, ousting Democratic incumbents.Rep. Michelle Steel talks with reporters during a news conference with House Republican Conference Chair Rep.
"This group is up for grabs," said Cliff Li, Executive Director of the National Committee of Asian American Republicans. But, he warned,"It's so diversified you've got to do tons of homework to get to them."
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