Although Richardson has no historic connection to the [[Latino]] population of the U.S. (his mother was from Mexico), he moved to New Mexico and became governor to capitalize on his Hispanic connections and looks. His political career is independent of the [[Latino]] community. | Although Richardson has no historic connection to the [[Latino]] population of the U.S. (his mother was from Mexico), he moved to New Mexico and became governor to capitalize on his Hispanic connections and looks. His political career is independent of the [[Latino]] community. |