Politicians and Spanish Fluency: Increasing Importance

The Washington Post reports that Hispanic media is taking a more vital role this election year. "Spanish-language networks and publications are taking on a more prominent role this election season, nabbing debates with major candidates and increasingly seeing their political coverage spin out into mainstream English-language media."

FILE- In this Oct. 2, 2010 file photo, Meg Whitman, left, the republican candidate for governor, shakes hands with debate moderator Maria Elena Salinas, before the start of her second debate with Democratic opponent Jerry Brown, center, held at California State University in Fresno, Calif. Spanish-language media is taking an unprecedented role in this year's election season, highlighting the growing influence of Hispanic voters. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)


The takeaway: if you are an aspiring or an established politician, learn Spanish. The Spanish Simplified! learning program is an affordable and easy way to learn the basics to communicate with your Hispanic constituency, a growing and influential group. Spanish Simplified! offers a free trial lesson. for more information, visit the Spanish Simplified! website.