Compare the 2008 and 2012 turnouts by ethnicity. next analyze what the comparisons of 2008 and 2012 mean in terms of the political parties. write a 250-word essay comparing the elections in terms of voter turnout among different voting groups—namely, african americans, hispanics, and young people. explain in your own words how changes (if any) in the voting styles of these groups affected the elections.

Answers will vary but should mention these items:

   Obama won reelection because of the continued support of minorities, especially African Americans.

   Hispanic voters were another important group, as most polls indicate 90 percent voted for Barack Obama over Mitt Romney.

   Minorities represent a growing percentage of the population, with overall numbers of Latino, Asian, and African American voters increasing.

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