Alonzo Cantu Calls on Rio Grande Valley Leaders to Rally the Vote
· Texas Border Business
During the AACT Now Rally the Vote luncheon in Edinburg on September 15, 2026, businessman Alonzo Cantu urged Rio Grande Valley leaders to promote voter registration and participation. Cantu emphasized that AACT Now is a nonpartisan organization focused on encouraging eligible residents to vote, regardless of their political views. He highlighted the low voter turnout of 48.5% in Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy counties during the 2024 elections and set a regional goal of 55% to 60%. Cantu called for increased civic engagement to strengthen the region's voice in state decisions regarding infrastructure and education.
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