Assistant Professor Ariana Valle publishes article in The Florida Historical Quarterly

Assistant Professor Ariana Valle published an article in a Special Issue of The Florida Historical Quarterly (vol. 102 no. 2).  The article, "Political Bridging and Struggles in Puerto Rican/Latino Solidarity Politics in Orlando" focuses on Puerto Rican and Latino politics making in Florida; specifically, it examines how a politics of solidarity is forged between Puerto Ricans and Latinos in Orlando metro during the 2016 election. The article reveals important structural forces, social actors, and inter-group dynamics shape how a politics of solidarity is negotiated, challenged, and cultivated between Puerto Ricans and Latinos in a critical swing region of Florida and for national politics.

The Florida Historical Society (FHS) members can access a digital version of the article here. Print copies can also be purchased.