Congressman hopes disillusionment over voter fraud does not hurt turnout
MCALLEN, RGV – Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (D) says he hopes voter turnout in the Rio Grande Valley is not depressed due to residents being disillusioned by allegations of voter fraud in the region.
Gonzalez, who is up for reelection in November, spoke on a wide range of issues when appearing as the special guest of McAllen Chamber of Commerce’s governmental affairs committee.
Asked if the Valley’s historically low voter turnout is caused by disillusionment due to numerous allegations of voter fraud, Gonzalez said: “I hope not. I have tried to reach out to my supporters to ensure they come out to vote.”
According to AACT Now, a non-profit, non-partisan group that seeks to increase voter registration and participation in the Valley, the region historically sees a turnout of just over 20 percent in off-year, non-presidential, elections. Albert Morales, director of AACT Now, said the high-performing counties in Texas have a turnout of 40 to 45 percent in mid-term elections.
Read more: https://riograndeguardian.com/congressman-hopes-disillusionment-over-voter-fraud-does-not-hurt-turnout/
