Should the U.S. Handle Immirgation the Way Mexico Does?
340424
I AM MEXICAN AND SORRY TO SAY IT BUT YES...
804440
That's Mexicos problem.  They can deal with it however they see fit or whatever their laws deems.
294411
America does not offer, because they know that they will not accept.  Mexico, though more impoverished, has a common trait with other countries: the desire to be an autocracy or self-governing country.  Also, many people are already against imperialism-immoral, causes more problems for america, etc- so it would be difficult to convince congress to agree with the decision to take over mexico.
556817
well there are thousands of americans in mexico and they have all been welcome\nso if that is your plan go ahead!!\nperhaps that is one of the few countries where american life is not in danger,
424883
As those who rule what is now Mexico conquered lands from those who preceded them, the United States conquered lands that those who rule Mexico in the 1840s.  A major difference today is the way the two governments treat immigrants, that is legal immigrants.  \n\nVisitors and immigrants to Mexico are absolutely outsiders virtually forever, the Mexican government intent is to not assimilate them into their society.  In the United States the intent is to assimilate them into our society as rapidly as possible.  The only challenge is that of legality of the immigrant.  The current challenge is that the numbers of those who have come to the United States have swelled to unheard of numbers and most are undocumented immigrants.  These individuals are (for the most part) needed as part of the united States economy but should be “documented” both for the good of the United States and the immigrant (e.g., to get a living wage and benefits).  The reason for this is the way that Mexico is treating its own poor, that is, empowering them to leave for subsistent income.  \n\nSolutions will be found to address and solve the undocumented nature of the immigrant challenge and to control the increasing influx of such immigrants.  As that occurs, assimilation will occur as the younger people will become more a part of the cultures within the United States and while they will remain proud of their heritage, most will opt to remain in the United States (becoming full citizens) rather than return to areas of Mexico with less opportunity for their children.\n\nThe solutions to this are primarily two areas.  One is to control the border so that assimilation can occur are a easy pace and, to assist Mexico to change their economy so that these individuals will remain in their own country because of increased opportunity.  The United States might be able to assist with this by creating incentives for U. S. based companies which have developed branches in other countries to move those branches to Mexico.  This will assist creating new opportunities in Mexico developing a strong middle class with increasing purchasing power which will increase a more balanced trade between the United States and Mexico.  This type of goal is attainable because the Mexican people are intelligent and hard working with a desire for a better future.  The only question is, will the rulers of Mexico allow such a development.\n\nConsider the ultimate result of such a program, The three countries (with differences) Canada, Mexico, and the United States, increasingly working together as a block.  This would eventually draw in other Central American, Caribbean, and South American countries into a Western trading bloc unmatchable across the world.  \n\nWhile all such things as the current situation cause concern and challenges, they should be viewed as opportunities to develop new directions to ultimately enhance individual liberties.
324588
No.The Mexicans do not want to take over.Nor do any other ethnicity/nationality/race that comes here.They just want a shot at the American dream.
606775
I agree. If we were to do that down their, the Mexicans with be hating us. If you live in America, U wave the American flags.
430724
IT'S ALL A CONSPIRACY!  Seriously, I agree.  My question is why can't Mexico make their nation a prosperous democracy as well.  The differences between the U.S. and Mexico is staggering.
534705
Doubt it.  We'll have to "put on a show of force" with Iran before long, and all the little illegal Mexicans can carry on with whatever the hell they were doing.
614766
OH HELL NO! Never. Mexico govt. would never go for it...they'd lose too much power. U.S. is better off with out them.
334902
I actually agree with you, though I wouldn't put it in your terms.  I do think the United States should SERIOUSLY open talks with Mexico about annexing it...that is...making it a territory of the United States like Puerto Rico and Guam,  though not making it a "state" per se.\n\nWhen over 50% of the population of an entire COUNTRY does not want to live there and are trying to immigrate to the U.S., there is a serious problem.  \n\nI'm sympathetic to the economic problems that Mexican citizens are facing, but the U.S. has it's own problems, as well.  NO ONE IN THE WORLD has the right to just go to another country and expect "rights."  Every country...and I do mean EVERY country--even Mexico--has their own immigration rules and laws.  The U.S. is no exception, and I'm not sure why Mexican citizens feel they have the right to simply ignore our laws?\n\nThere is a problem and a lot of those people need help, if the government of Mexico is ill-equipped to help their own people, and they are insistent that flooding the U.S. is the only solution, then I say open the U.S. Mexico border; make Mexico a U.S. territory subject to all of our laws and taxes and give them protection under our military system.  \n\nI have no doubt this would be a mess, but honestly, what the heck are we supposed to do when the majority of Mexicans prefer to live in the U.S. and we can't stop them from flooding across the borders illegally?  It would be better to just open the borders so that citizens AND businesses can cross without restrictions, and that way over time, there will be less incentives to come north.
1008670
We should, but it wont happen.  The Mexican government can't provide needed service to its poor people that is why they headed north to the US where they can got free medical, free services.
877724
Americans cannot own land in Mexico.\nDarn those double standards.
514434
absolutely, Mexico is a good example.  Where a few super rich control the government.  Have drug lords controling the rest.  Keep the populous in abject poverty.  The brutality is over whelming.  The masses could over throw the few and take back there government and establish one that isn't so corrupt.  That would benefit the people.\nimmigrateing to America while understandable is hardly the answer.
635776
I don't think that the Mexicans would agree. Mind you, there is always the option to invade it like the US normally does with other countries, but then again Mexico doesn't really have a lot of resources that the USA is interested in.
350449
The Southwest belongs to the United States. It has since the 1800s. Why all of a sudden, are people claiming it belongs to Mexico? If Mexico wants it, then Mexico can just try to fucking take it. I'll be waiting for them, along with millions of other service members and armed citizens.
548703
It SOUNDS like a good idea,  but my concern would be corrupt officials who would cheat the people.  And that's not aimed at only Mexican officials, we certainly have our share of them here in the States. You can't hardly listen to the news without hearing about some corrupt official being busted. If we could work out a way to do it so the help really went to the people who needed it most, I'd say go for it! I would be willing to help, because strong neighbors are much better neighbors than those who are in need. It would, in the long run, benefit the entire American continents and countries.