I'm a Mexican Citizen and live in Mexico. I personally agree with The United States wanting reinforcement along the Mexico-US border, but how do AMERICANS perceive the Latino, specially Mexican community in your country. I have very good American friends and love the US.
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I think that it's an unnecessary strain on race relations.  I believe they would have been more successful at getting reform by doing this quietly.  The president, who is a conservative, had just pushed a bill to allow illegals to become eligible to apply for citizenship.  So, if a conservative is for it, it will probably pass since most of his party will follow him and the liberal would vote in favor of it.\n\nBut then it got ugly and there were marches demanding AMNESTY (instantly legal), not just the ability to apply for citizenship, and the race issue came up.  They accused whites of being racists, and a BIG backlash is brewing among american citizens.\n\nI've been raised around the hispanic culture and they're fine people.  I work with them daily, and my company has a center in MX City.  Actually, race has never been an issue around here, for the most part.  But this whole May 1st walkout is brewing some serious anger among Americans because they are demanding when they, quite honestly, should be humbly asking.  I've never seen anything like it.  I'm not racist, and even I'm getting dragged into the melee because I refuse to allow an illegal any latitude for their illegal entry.  And instantly people call me a racist or an "arrogant American."\n\nWe gave an amnesty in the 80's and everybody was ok with it.  The idea was that we're going to clear up the illegal issue and keep the new illegals out.  Well, now we have an illegal population of about 10 million...so amnesty is a big POS.  Enforcement is the answer.
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I totally agree with you.  I live in one of those states.  The city I live in is now 96% hispanic.\nI don't have to tell you what that means.\nAs far as the comment that you are not illegal and don't have to go through what they are going through is crap.  No one forces them to cross the border.  I am tried of all the complaining about the American people and our government.  They need to do something about their own government.  By the way, my city now looks like Tijuana.  The very kind of city they are trying to get away from.  And for all you bleeding hearts in other areas that are not being affected by this yet.  Sit tight.  Coming soon to a city near you.l
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I think people see them as a supremicist group. And supremicist groups are no good. "Por La Raza todo, Fuera de La Raza nada" Everything for the Mexican Race, Nothing for outside the Mexican Race. It is saying that they believe that if you are not Mexican than you are not deserving. I disagree with that. I am white and my husband Mexican (from Mexico) and there is never a way that I could agree with that, and neither would he. Cant we all just get along?
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I'd be happy to respond, but I am not sure I understand your question.  I meant that you seem very defensive, but I am not sure about what.  I don't have any problem with Canada.  I like Canada.\n\nThe Mexicans were in some parts of the U.S. before it became the U.S., just as wars determined the lines between what is now Canada and the U. S.   However, we today don't try to change those.  Also, the illegals are not trying to get into Mexico, and if the parts of the United States that were once Mexico were still Mexico, they would go further to get into the United States.  They were trying to get OUT of Mexico.\n\nAlso, the Mexicans who were here when those areas became part of America are now Americans.  According to polls, including those run by Latino groups, Latino Americans are also opposed to illegal immigration.\n\nYour question was not about Mexico or illegal immigrants.  The question you asked was why we thought that Canada was a breeding ground for terrorists.  I responded that I didn't think that, and was sorry your nose was out of joint.  You were very insulting in that question as you are in this one.  However, I apologize if I offended you by saying I was sorry your nose is out of joint.
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The big issue I have isn't with number of Mexicans that are in America.. it's more of the fact that they refuse to enter the country LEGALLY, and they refuse to live like an America once they get here...\n\nIf they are still sooooo proud of Mexico that they have to bring their flags here and wave em around everywhere, then go back to the country that doesn't provide your family a future.. I'd be proud to call that home also... If you insist on being proud and living the way you do in your home country.. Move into the areas that Americans have designated yours.. I.E. "Little Italy" "Little Mexico".. etc.. In those places, yo ucan go about everyday life and live 50 to a house...\n\nLearn ENGLISH.. Doesn't meant you can't know/speak spanish.. But speak it only in the home, and speak english when you are dealing with other Americans, seeing that is what we speak..\n\nLive one family to a house, not a generation of on family to a house.. Same rule for a car.. only clowns travel around with 15 people in a VW Bug.. If you want to be associated with that, then more power to you..\n\nAs far as the rights go.. Amercians have given their lives and fought for those rights, so other Amercians could enjoy them... Mexicans have hopped a fence, hid out, and won't sacrifice shit for America... Most of them are here illegally, and since they aren't legal citizens of America, they shouldn't get to enjoy the rights that Americans do... \n\nSo yes, I agree.. GO MINUTEMEN !!!!
234911
Because we smell nice?  LOL!  Because I am proud of my country and of being an American.  How would it look if I treated our visitors like crap?  It's no sweat off my butt if you want to come to my country and live.  We are the melting pot.  We all came from somewhere else and guess what?  Some of our most incredibly beautiful people here are all the result of mixed races.  I am friendly because I feel that I was blessed to be born here and I don't mind sharing the wealth this beautiful country has to offer.
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You know, I've started to counter it with the following:\n\nI don't like the Mexican culture.  If I did, then I'd live it.  This isn't racist.  If the Mexican culture liked the white or black culture, they'd live that instead.  So, WHY would I want to give permanent residency to a bunch of freaking illegal aliens that aren't supposed to be here AND they represent a culture that I don't care for.  Furthermore, ANY illegal should be deported, so I'm not just picking on the Mexicans.\n\nNow, for those of you who think I'm racist, consider this:  You have a chosen culture.  I'm sure you have a PREFERRED culture.  Some may say that there isn't a Mexican culture.  NO, that' wrong.  If you need proof, come to San Antonio.  There is Mexican culture everywhere.  Some is good, much is bad.  Like speaking Spanish when you should be speaking English.  Or the chaotic mating ritual on Southwest Military Drive on Sunday.  That's a really great place.  Low riders, drive-by's, and ethnic pride abounds.  Perhaps this is just the poor Mexican culture.  So, since most illegals Mexicans are poor, wouldn't this just compound the situation?\n\nThere are many hispanics that live the mainstream lifestyle.  They're minimally ethnic, never speak Spanish, and get a good job.  This is mainly a matter of class status.  Color/ethnicity is almost irrelevant.  I don't think that anyone is wrong if they are trying to defend the culture in which they live.  And last I heard, cultural bias is not illegal.
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PLEASE PLEASE inform yourself before writing...\nQUOTE: "The U.S. must go in there with the Army and Marines to restore Law and Order. The magnificent wealth of the U.S. could restore roads, build schools, hospitals, and promote economic growth. The once gorgeous country has become nothing more than a big garage pit with their people living in foul squalor."\n*** We Mexicans are happy living in Mexico, we don't need the "magnificent" US conquering us, we DO have schools, hospitals, and roads. I think the "magnificent wealth of the US" should be invested in rebuildign New Orleans and focused on rebuilding your own country not invading other countries.\n\nAnd how can you say that Mexico is not even beloved by its own people??? Obviously you have NEVER EVER met a real Mexican because even when Mexicans migrate to other countries they keep their traditions and idiosyncrasies and never stop loving Mexico.\n\nPlease people leave us alone, we Mexicans LOVE Mexico and we don't want our country to be colonized/invaded by anybody.
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I live in Mexico, and I wouldn't want to live in the U.S. Why? First of all, because I was born here, this is my country and I love it. My whole family is here, my baby was born here, simply...I have a good and peacful life here. Why would I want to leave and start all over again? Why would I want to live where I'm not wanted? I live an honest life, I work hard to have what I have, even if it's not too much yet, since I'm young and just started working. This is life, I was born here and I'll stay here. \n\nI like Mexico, is the goverment I don't like.\n\nAnd to people that say we don't have running water, bathrooms, etc....WHERE did you go to??? For God sakes, in the city I live at, we have EVERYTHING...and it's a small city. We have all the restaurants with the fatty food, etc...etc...next time go to a civilized place, goodness...
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It's easy for Americans to visit Mexico.They can even walk the bridge. I believe passports will be needed and enforced in 2007. Thanks. PS I live in a border city.
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the Mexicans that I meet in New Jersey are so much more laid back than other people. I think they have an inner sense of who they are and a quiet dignity, while everybody else is cussing and going nuts. Of course, it is only a small community here, and most of these people here are of amerindian background and come from small towns in the state of Puebla, so they may not be entirely representative. When I have traveled to Mexico, too, I have been impressed with people's sense of their own culture, and I was impressed that everybody, no matter what their background, knows how to pronounce the mile-long names of all those Aztec gods.
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I definitely think you are right on track.  Latinos are definitely defiant.  Streets in the United States are becoming more and more filled with garbage because of the growing Latin community.  I am originally from El Salvador, but my wife and I share your views.  We are not getting enough respect from the Americans because we are NOT AT ALL respecting American Laws.  And it has to do a lot with education.  Maybe the MASSES of latinos living in the United States are mostly uneducated classes looking to enhance their income and actually fleeing their countries.  That makes for a big chunk of people looking very bad in the eyes of the public.
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I agree completely.  I love my country, it is truly the land of the free and the home of the brave.  I think that with respect to immigration, we have to do what is in OUR national interests, not the national interests of Mexico or any other country.  It is simply not in our national interests to have the massive illegal population taking our jobs, driving down wages, using up government services, taxing the environment and causing a housing shortage.
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You make some solid points.  But remember, people enjoy their hate.  Sad, but true.  Its not politically correct to be prejudice against black people but to hate Latinos is perfectly acceptable.\n\nThe current state of the immigration has many factors.  For one, we needed them and they needed us.    \n\nWe have been letting people in for a very long time not requiring any documents ,which we have done at many points through out history.  Historically we turn around & give them residencey.  We did this for the Irish, Italians & Gremans.  \n9/11 stopped ALL reformation talks, which was stupid.  Somehow we thought these people would not cross the boarded.  We all know the 9/11 terrrists came thru Canadian boarders, but somehow we blame Mexico.  I have never once heard of building a wall between us and Canada.\nReformation is the only place to start.  I agree with you whole heartedly.  I also feel that we need to FORCE Mexico to clean up their own mess & do what is right by thier people.\nIf we stopped letting people wire money to Mexico for even one day, that would no doubt produce some fast results.  Unless Mexico makes some serrious changes we will have this crisis in the US.
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I'm a first generation immigrant from England, and I just want to say that I think it's hilarious so many Americans want Mexicans & other South Americans to learn MY country's language! I know folks from all around the world, but it's only Americans that you can rely on to only speak a single language!\n\nHaving said that, it's not so hard to come here legally.  \n\nWe'll sort this mess out before long.  If all Mexicans stop going to Walmart & Starbucks (as I heard on the radio today) the WalMart will fix the problem.\n\nHow about we just give EVERYBODY the citizenship test, and everyone that fails (including those born here) gets shipped out?
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Absolutely beautiful,  you are one of the smartest people on this site.  Yes they should when you go to another country you need to respect their culture and flag.  I would not go to mexico and wave an american flag.
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I understand how you feel.  I am very sympathetic about the immigrants wanting to become citizens.  I believe that I would also do what ever I could to make a better life for my family.  BUT... the present protests going on, has really ticked me off, and one of the biggest reasons was seeing them waving the Mexican flag.  If they would like to become AMERICAN citizens then they shoudl all be waving the AMERICAN flag.  To me anyone that is waving the Mexican flag is saying in effect " I don't really want to give up my sovereignty to my country, I want to be a Mexican citizen with the rights here also" You just can't have it both ways.  There is nothing wrong with being proud of where you came from, but to be an American, your loyalty should be to the US