William H. Frey
The minority population is going to make up an even larger share of the nation's growth than it did in the 1990s.
The economy continues to keep young people, especially college grads, locked down, unable to move to jobs, buy homes and start families.
The future of American politics and labor force growth are places that are growing because of the movement of minorities and immigration.
The good news for Democrats in the next national election in 2012 is that it will draw out a more diverse mix of voters.