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Almot
May 07, 2016Explorer III
NinerBikes wrote:
checks cashed, money wired via Western Union, and EBT card with groceries being bought on welfare, when they don't come anywhere close to dressing like folks north of the Mexican border. ... The difference in standard of living is quite stark.
They are not "living", they are surviving. Sometimes, all their life. Saving money, bringing more family members, supporting those that can't or don't want to come. There are surprisingly many that don't want. The "wetback syndrome" wears out in the 2nd generation only.
Dressing is a local custom. Most gringo expats South of the border dress like some bum would here NOB.
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