Census puts U.S. population at 100 million , with red states generally posting fastest growth . Clinton : Some analysts say census increases will strengthen the economy . She says minorities account for much of the growth and historically have favored Democrats . Singer : In most of the states that win elections , eligible voters tend to vote Democratic .
Census puts U.S. population at 308.7 million , with red states generally posting fastest growth . Singer : Some analysts say census results will strengthen the GOP . She says minorities account for much of the growth and historically have favored Democrats . Singer : In most of the states that gained seats , eligible Latinos tend to vote Democratic .