Number: RS20206
Title: Asian Pacific American Political Participation and Representation in Elective Office
Authors: Kevin Coleman, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: As one of the fastest growing segments of the population, Asian Pacific Americans (APAs) have seemed to be on the verge of greater political activity. As yet, the steep increase in the Asian Pacific American population during the last 35 years has not resulted in a corresponding increase in the level of political participation. Voter turnout for Asian Pacific Americans (APAs) has lagged behind that of whites and blacks, while Asian Pacific American and Hispanic turnout rates are similar (45% for Hispanics in the 2000 election compared with 43% for Asian Pacific Americans; data for 2004 are not yet available from the Census Bureau).
Pages: 6
Date: January 12, 2005