Latina elected officials in California: a call to action to prepare and pipeline Latinas into the political process

2013-12-04This research project is a cumulative and qualitative inquiry into the Latina elected officials who legislate in the State of California. The study provides details of their political journeys as well as a blueprint to empower and encourage Latinas to seek elected office and Madrinas Politicas as political stewards within their communities. Data include political obstacles, victories, community organizing, and legislative impacts. Themes of significance include a need for political mentors, barriers to fundraising, developing the issue of self, and creating a pipeline for Latinas to run for office