why is it that when the word immigrant is used everyone thinks of mexicans?
402569
because those who think that way are ignorant.
159186
mm they come from all over mexico. All mexicans aren't the same. So diverse. Adjectives are relative
549341
I know what you mean.  When you say you're American, other people jump in and say, but so are Mexicans and Hondurans and Guatemalans, El Salvadorans, etc. because they are all on the continent of North America.  They don't get it, I know, and they probably never will.  Yes, citizens of the USA are Americans.  Mexicans are Mexicans and Hondurans are Hondurans.  Only USA citizens are Americans.
1046311
Everyone calls everyone 'racist' which is a 'racist' remark itself. That word should be abolished from this category, it is moot point. Being of any particular color or ethnicity is NOT the issue when speaking of the illegal immigrants who come into the USA undocumented. The issue is the fact they are ILLEGAL which is against our laws. It doesn't matter where they came from they are still illegal, even if they came from Europe or Africa. The fact that SO MANY of them come from across our border with Mexico is the reason we are concerned with those illegally entering THERE. There are more than Mexicans entering at that border, we know that, and we know they joined with the other Latina's in the protest on May 1st flying the MEXICAN flag. Those from other countries of Spanish descent didn't fly their flags but supported the Mexican flag. The speeches spoke of Mexico and Mexican people, so naturally all those coming across the Mexican border are going to be referred to as Mexicans, maybe it's wrong but they brought it on themselves by flying that flag. They are all guilty of protesting and demanding rights they don't have. Illegal immigrants don't HAVE rights in the USA including those from Germany and Africa, etc. It is not racist to want laws enforced. By accusing people of being racist it only fuels their anger and actually pushes them to hate the accusers even more. It "creates" a racist mentality where none had been.
563120
I think it's that people are against brown folks and assume they're all Mexican.
241134
You have to be kidding....that's a pretty blanket question. You are assuming that "all you white people" have the same opinion of mexicans. I call that stereotyping. Are you seriously saying that every white person you have come into contact with doesn't like you? If so, you need to move away from whatever prejudiced town you live in and explore America a little more. \n   To be a little more specific, this white person doesn't hate Mexicans, but I do have a problem with ANYONE who comes into America illegally. It effects more than just our population numbers, you know.
986781
As my grandmother always used to say, if it looks like a cucaracha and walks like a cucaracha, its a cucaracha. \n\nPeople who are against immigration are against themselves because everyone is an immigrant.
600530
I agree. I am mexican and love Mexico and its people. Although, the mexicans that live in Mexico are much different than the ones living in the U.S. But still, I think the majority of mexican people are humble, nice, sweet and very lively. ITs very ignorant for some people to say bad things of Mexico and their people when they have never even traveled to Mexico.
679763
I believe that Mexicans or at least most of them are a mixture of Indian and Spanish ancestry. Some have more Spanish than others. This is because Spanish conquistadors invaded South America and Mexico in the 1500's and tried to wipe them out by breeding with their women. That is why they speak Spanish in Mexico. Latino is a Spanish word. When people think of Spaniards they mistakenly assume that they are all tan skinned black haired people, like Mexicans. But actually Spaniards are Caucasian,and their skin can range from pale to tan and thier hair can be any color as well.\n\nIt should be noted that the proper use for Indian is to use it to refer to people of India. So really Mexicans were once Aztec before the Spanish invaded. But a lot of people still call Native Americans "Indians" and they are very similar to the Aztec peoples, just to clarify. They were basically the same race, but a different culture. But Indian is a confusing term for most people. Although I'm not offended by it's improper use, I find it's less complicated to call them Native Americans, or South Americans, or for the people of Mexico, Mexicans. But in considering your question I think that your use of it was okay, and not confusing for me.
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The only reason some Americans think Mexicans are the only ones crossing our border is because that's the impression Mexico gives. \n\nEven when we announce our THOUGHTS about securing our border to keep Islamic terrorists out, Mexico comes unglued and yells out that no one is coming across except young, strong, hardworking Mexicans just looking for a better life.  Then accuse us of wanting to secure our border for racist reasons, that we're greedy and don't want to share our wealth with Mexico.\n\nSo listening to Mexico what's a person to think?
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I don't necessarily think that everyone has a problem with Mexicans, but I do think most people assume every Mexican they meet is an illegal immigrant.  I'm a Spanish major at college, and one of my professors immigrated (legally) from Mexico.  She said a big part of it is the issue that the immigrants CAN'T become citizens legally.  That takes money, and Mexicans don't cross the border for the fun of it; they come to the U.S. when they're children are starving and they have no other choice.  If there was a way for them to come here legally, I'm sure they'd rather do that, then risk their life in the desert, and constantly hide from immigration.  I wish people were better informed on the issue.
559381
TO ALL YOU IGNORANT PEOPLE THAT THINK A IMMIGRANT IS ONLY HISPANIC THINK AGAIN THEY COME FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD AND YEAH IT DOES AFFECT US ALL BECAUSE OUR FUTURE IS IN THEIR AMERICAN BORN CHILDREN TOO DO THE MATH HOW MANY PEOPLE IMMIGRATE AND HOW MANY CHILDREN ARE FROM IMMIGRANT FAMILY'S. YOU AND EVERY ONE THAT IS NOT NATIVE AMERICAN IMMIGRATED HERE.................................................
331499
Dude, this is where people get the message mixed up. it's not just for Mexicans but other ethnicities that immigrate to this country, Filipinos, Inidans, Armenians, Russian, Africans, Bolivians, Peruvians, etc. get the point? It is a way to show that illegal immigrants do cause an impact on the U.S. economy. It is a demonstartion.
1182955
Of course we know that there are many immigrants from many countries besides Mexico. America is the great melting pot. The topic is ILLEGAL immigrants though. I am sure that we have them from all countries also. What do we hear the most though? We hear about the ILLEGAL Mexicans walking over the border. Yes we have another country bordering us...but when was the last time you heard about an ILLEGAL Canadian walking over the border? I am not saying it doesn't happen. The media pretty much only discusses the Mexicans.\nAs far as persons who say things to you because you are Hispanic....unfortunately that is just life. There are ignorant people everywhere. Fortunately for you....you know that you are a citizen. You went and got a degree, a job, and pay taxes. That's what you are supposed to do. \nI just want to know something. You get all offended about people talking about Mexicans....yet you called Americans lazy. You do know that you are an American right?
676425
I hear you but "they" wouldn't understand what you're trying to say...maybe because "they" are in denial or simply using the "everyone is an immigrant" to justify their criminal acts.\n\nP.S. i noticed you said the words "illegal mexicans" good your voicing out your opinion just like those ILLEGAL MEXICANS AND THEIR SUPPORTERS!\n\ngirlfriend no matter what you say about mexicans whether good or bad...they'll accuse you of being a racist.
756956
Yes.  Many people wrongfully equate illegal immigration with people of Mexican ancestry.  This is very unfair because we don't assume the same of people who are from other countries.  There are more Mexican immigrants here illegally than any other nationality, but that's only due to our proximity to Mexico, and they are by no means the only people who are here "without papers".
1122087
You are right ... people tend to confuse race with law for some weird reason ... the illegal immigration issue is not about race or nationality ... it's about protecting our borders!  People who come here illegally do so knowing they are breaking our laws ... why is it racist to be against that??  And it is also very true that the biggest loudmouths screaming racism are the illegal Latinos ... probably because they have no other argument ... won't wash with me either ...