Uvalde Residents Are Now Running For City Council

The transcript discusses the political and social changes in Uvalde following the tragic mass shooting at Rob Elementary. Community members, driven by grief and a desire for change, have become politically active, forming groups like Fierce Madres. They aim to challenge the status quo, address distrust in law enforcement, and increase voter turnout among the Hispanic majority. Personal stories, such as those of Javier Casadas, highlight the deep personal impact and drive for political change. The community is working to empower itself and take control of local governance.

What motivated the formation of the group Fierce Madres in Uvalde?

• Interest in economic development

• Desire to improve local education

• Response to a natural disaster

• Reaction to the mass shooting at Rob Elementary

What has contributed to the lack of trust in Uvalde's law enforcement and school district administration?

• Strong community support

• Efficient police response

• Bungled police actions and changing narratives

• High voter turnout

What historical issue has affected voter turnout among Hispanics in Uvalde?

• Economic prosperity

• Strong representation in government

• Racist past and low voter turnout

• High levels of political engagement

What significant change occurred in voter registration in Uvalde after the May 24th incident?

• Decrease in voter registration

• No change in voter registration

• Slight increase in voter registration

• Significant increase in voter registration

What challenge does Uvalde face in changing its political landscape?

• High voter turnout

• Stubbornly low voter turnout

• Lack of political candidates

• Strong government support