Should Canada and Mexico become US states?
337081
I had heard that at one time, USA had thoughts of taking in Mexico but with all the poverty it would have just gotten USA too much in the hole.\n\nBut it all does sounds like a good idea.  Would be nice if we all could just be like one & help each other and have no wars.  God bless.  <><
1172376
I think the best, complete answer would be to just flat out buy Mexico. Think about it...The workforce would multiply exponentially...our land mass would double...not to mention the resources....we would have a border of a few miles to defend. They're all coming here anyway...let's all have a chance as Americans to purchase super cheap land...setup low cost businesses...etc..etc.\n\nI know the concept of "purchasing" Mexico...is a rather simplistic one..but The United States of North America would become the world's largest superpower without question...Our technology and economy...their workforce and land combined would make us unbeatable for decades to come...Everybody wins...they get the lifestyle they're desperate for, we get the land, security and population growth problem under control...it's win win...now if we could just talk to Canada...cause we all know those sneaky Canadians are eyeing Seattle..
734553
The outcome would be a large amnesty, but this issue could be solve by an anchor baby becoming the president of the United States., A Mexican American president Would be very nice. that way we could be a very large country, stronger indeed. I like the Idea.
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.
390538
The mess belongs to the people living in the United States of America. And the people should clean up the mess. We can force the politicians to annex Mexico into the United States of America. See the plan at http://annexmexico.org
1087772
No, but to be fair, the number of countries that feel they need a base of operations incase of issues with Canada & Mexico is quite low.
634902
Or, what about Mexico annex what was once theirs?\n\nI think both ideas are ridiculous, but if we are going to fantasize, how about this:\n\nAt first it wouldn't be a State(s), it would be a territory or a protectorate, like Porto Rico or the Panama canal zone.  If we annexed Mexico it is possible it would never achieve statehood.\n\nYou mentioned the benefits of building an infrastructure, but the reality is that we have a failing infrastructure up here we would have to deal with first.  We have one of the worst infrastructures compared to all the other developed countries of the world.  Our train system has some serious catching up to do.  Most of our power plants are dated.  Dams and levys are falling apart what seems like every day (think New Orleans), our airports are over used and too small, our National Parks and other public Lands are desperately under funded, our public transportation is terrible, we dearly need a urban planning miracle, we are facing a future of drought, the list doesn't end.  But basically we can't seem to afford to take care of ourselves let alone another 107,000,000 Mexicans.\n\nYes we would gain the natural resources, but the reality is we already have them.  America has been exploiting Latin America's natural resources for more than 150 years.  Look at whats going on in Venezuela and Bolivia.  The US is pissed off because these governments aren't allowing the US to rape them anymore. \n\nAnd we already have the cheap labor, they come here.  And they stay cheap because they are illegal.  But imagine if we start paying another 107,000,000 people minimum wage (or more),  they wouldn't be so cheap any more now would they?\n\nThe old paradigm of controlling mass geographic space is becoming passe.  In fact it is very difficult to govern huge populations speaking different languages, sharing different cultures, expressing different political ideologies.  America is a very expensive venture indeed, and I am not sure it is the least costly model.  When you finally break it down buy cost analysis I am sure the independent Mexico model shows the highest net growth for both countries.  \n\nIt is even possible that our current country "as is" won't be able to afford to exist in its present form for very much longer.  What if we run out of gas?\n  \nCan you imagine trying to get 107,000,000 Mexicans to integrate in to the US way of life, fat chance.  Many of them don't even speak Spanish let alone English.
1114905
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.
1002086
Mexico would make a good parking lot for Texas and California. :)
877724
Americans cannot own land in Mexico.\nDarn those double standards.
849587
The US could invade anyone it wants to, including Mexico or up here in Canada. the question is: why would they?
657262
Why not, after all the thirteen original colonies weren't enough, and that is why the states got Texas, California and among other states. What Mexico really needs is the death penalty, and then maybe the government wouldn't be so corrupt.\n\nIt's funny how everyone thinks that only Mexicans are illegal in the states. What about individuals from other countries....then maybe the whole world needs to be America, and we can all be a big happy family.
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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.
765198
we're not traitors. Are we at war with Mexico or Iraq? If its with Mexico, then my husband and I would just stay out of it, maybe take a trip to Canada.
824020
Yes I agree with you. Cubans can stay in the U.S as long as they reach U.S soil, and no one throws a fuse. Are Canadian borders are left open and no one throws a fuse. But God forbid Mexicans coming over to look for work is a cause for panic.
1026562
We had a chance at annexing Mexico once, but the issue at the time was slavery and the Northern Free States were afraid of being superceded by the Southern Slave States in the Congress. So, we left the country alone and only took the land we believe we were entitled to, which was the South West including California. To take over Mexico now would be a very bad idea. Best to settle our own affairs and help Mexico in a better fashion.
303503
could be in less than 30 years if the trend does not change. They are human the same as us but need to follow the rules. I favor mining the borders and putting signs up to keep out or else tough sh--. We might as well take over Mexico and get things organized but of course that would mean we have to be organized.  The turmoil in this country has been caused by too many people stuffing their pockets instead of doing the jobs they were elected to do. That includes both parties.