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fulano
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| Quote: | Originally posted by redmesa
you are a guest of a country so it is important that you " go along to get along? as you would in many countries in the world.
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I agree, it would not be polite to hold protests, disrupt the flow of traffic, or boycott businesses in a country where one is a guest. As a matter of
fact, it would be illegal for a foreigner to do that in Mexico.
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palmeto99
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| Quote: | Originally posted by fulano
| Quote: | Originally posted by redmesa
you are a guest of a country so it is important that you " go along to get along? as you would in many countries in the world.
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I agree, it would not be polite to hold protests, disrupt the flow of traffic, or boycott businesses in a country where one is a guest. As a matter of
fact, it would be illegal for a foreigner to do that in Mexico.
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Great point Fulano. The double standard is alive and well in Mexico. Try getting out your american flags and protest march in Mexico and see what
happens to you. 
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Hooker33
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Redmesa. Amerikak??? Is your spelling some kind of Canadian put down to our country? Maybe you should find some other way to Baja so you would not
have to travel through our terrible country.
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Bruce R Leech
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Hooker33
Redmesa. Amerikak??? Is your spelling some kind of Canadian put down to our country? Maybe you should find some other way to Baja so you would not
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maybe I'm dumb but I cannot figure out what you are trying to say here
Bruce R Leech
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vgabndo
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Redmesa...Amerikak, in my judgment, coming from a Canadian would best be left a "mute" (sic) point.
Semper Fi
Undoubtedly, there are people who cannot afford to give the anchor of sanity even the slightest tug. Sam Harris
"The situation is far too dire for pessimism."
Bill Kauth
Carl Sagan said, "We are a way for the cosmos to know itself."
PEACE, LOVE AND FISH TACOS
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preston
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I've been doing business throughout Mexico for almost 20 years. The fundamental "problems" I see in Mexico are:
1) Corruption. Corruption is pervasive throughout the entire country and economy ... and at all levels. Yes, you can point out isolated cases of
corruption in the USA, but it is EASILY 100 times worse in Mexico ... top to bottom.
2) Culture/Work Ethic. I have several Mexicans who work for my company. When we have a "one man" job to be done, Mexicans would much rather do the job
with their "amigo" ... even if it means splitting the amount they will earn. Americans will usually (not always) take the job alone and keep all the
money.
3) Bureaucracy. Even the Mexican managers who work for my company are surprised by the level of bureaucracy in the Mexican Government.
I call these "problems" with quotes ... because some will see them as differences and not problems .... but I can tell you for sure that these
"problems" are what keep me paying my technicians in Mexico $10,000 USD per year ... they just flat out are not as productive as they could be if they
did not have these "problems".
Some will say money is not the almighty God to Mexicans ... fine ... but don't complain when your schools suck, your roads are like crap, and your
politicians and judges screw you (steal your oil money).
Do you know what the minimum wage is in Mexico: $4 PER DAY!!
Many that consider these "problems" ... come to the USA illegally. I say, give them a guest worker permit, no Government Benefits ... and WELCOME!!!
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Barry A.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by preston
I've been doing business throughout Mexico for almost 20 years. The fundamental "problems" I see in Mexico are:
1) Corruption. Corruption is pervasive throughout the entire country and economy ... and at all levels. Yes, you can point out isolated cases of
corruption in the USA, but it is EASILY 100 times worse in Mexico ... top to bottom.
2) Culture/Work Ethic. I have several Mexicans who work for my company. When we have a "one man" job to be done, Mexicans would much rather do the job
with their "amigo" ... even if it means splitting the amount they will earn. Americans will usually (not always) take the job alone and keep all the
money.
3) Bureaucracy. Even the Mexican managers who work for my company are surprised by the level of bureaucracy in the Mexican Government.
I call these "problems" with quotes ... because some will see them as differences and not problems .... but I can tell you for sure that these
"problems" are what keep me paying my technicians in Mexico $10,000 USD per year ... they just flat out are not as productive as they could be if they
did not have these "problems".
Some will say money is not the almighty God to Mexicans ... fine ... but don't complain when your schools suck, your roads are like crap, and your
politicians and judges screw you (steal your oil money).
Do you know what the minimum wage is in Mexico: $4 PER DAY!!
Many that consider these "problems" ... come to the USA illegally. I say, give them a guest worker permit, no Government Benefits ... and WELCOME!!!
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YES------RIGHT ON!!!!! Barry
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CaboRon
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| Quote: | Originally posted by vgabndo
Redmesa...Amerikak, in my judgment, coming from a Canadian would best be left a "mute" (sic) point.
Semper Fi |
The sic was correct, the spelling is "moot"
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CaboRon
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| Quote: | Originally posted by palmeto99
| Quote: | Originally posted by fulano
| Quote: | Originally posted by redmesa
you are a guest of a country so it is important that you " go along to get along? as you would in many countries in the world.
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I agree, it would not be polite to hold protests, disrupt the flow of traffic, or boycott businesses in a country where one is a guest. As a matter of
fact, it would be illegal for a foreigner to do that in Mexico.
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Great point Fulano. The double standard is alive and well in Mexico. Try getting out your american flags and protest march in Mexico and see what
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The double standard IS alive and well in Mexico ...
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palmeto99
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This Canadian women is typical of the Canadians I know that have the I am better attitude of the Canadians. Hows that indian problem working out for
them up there above the 49th. They are so out of this world. Where is Black Creek BC. I still own property in Rock Creek .BC but have never heard
of Black Creek,BC.
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thebajarunner
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Which he clearly knew from the "sic"
| Quote: | Originally posted by CaboRon
| Quote: | Originally posted by vgabndo
Redmesa...Amerikak, in my judgment, coming from a Canadian would best be left a "mute" (sic) point.
Semper Fi |
The sic was correct, the spelling is "moot" |
and which subtle nuance you completely missed.
too bad, actually...
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