President Obama’s re-election campaign in 2012, our leadership frequently discussed our role in constructing the “Obama Coalition.” This strategic blend of demographics was pivotal to our chances of beating Mitt Romney.
At a national level, the coalition eyed various scenarios — casually referred to as “electoral math” — that pointed toward victory.
The primary aim was to build this coalition and ensure our voters turned out on Election Day.A post shared by Keith Boykin (@keithboykin)Stay woke with our briefing while staying informed on all things LGBTQ+ entertainment, life, and more!The campaign monitored every trend that might affect its electoral math.
When something appeared to gain traction, the White House responded quickly. And this isn’t hyperbole. On June 7, 2012, a pair of Hispanic activists staged a hunger strike in a Denver campaign office, urging President Obama to prioritize the DREAM Act, legislation that would have granted a path to citizenship for immigrants brought to America as children.