A Post-Election Panel Discussion co-hosted the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and the UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute.
In the immediate aftermath of the 2026 midterms, Latino voters are once again center stage in the national political landscape. The UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute and UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs invite you to a timely post-election conversation bringing together experts in political strategy and advocacy to break down the immediate takeaways from the election.
Expanding beyond national headlines, the panel will also highlight California’s post-election outlook, exploring how communities are responding to the results and preparing for future legislative and leadership milestones. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain timely insights into the evolving role of civic engagement and representation in California and beyond.
Event will include welcome and opening remarks from:
- Amada Armenta — Faculty Director, UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute
- Anastasia Loukaitou-Sideris — Dean of the Luskin School of Public Affairs at UCLA
Followed by a panel discussion featuring:
- Maria Elena Salinas (Moderator) — Independent Journalist
- Dr. Efrén Pérez, — Professor of Political Science and Psychology at UCLA and Director of the Race, Ethnicity, Politics, and Society (REPS) LabÂ
- Mike Madrid — Principal and Co-Founder GrassrootsLabÂ
- Lizette Escobedo — Vice President of Government Relations & Civic Engagement, AltamedÂ
Disclaimer: The views or opinions of our guest speakers and the content of their presentations do not necessarily reflect the views of the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and the UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute. Hosting speakers does not constitute an endorsement of the speaker’s views or opinions.