AMEN!

As a Canadian-Mexican who emigrated South over a decade ago, I've been preaching the author's message for years.

Prior to the implementation of the Visa requirement, Canada was awash in bogus Mexican refugees. Gullible media were fanning the flames of the oppressed. Stories about LBGT Mexicans finding refuge were common. Problem was, Mexico has gay regions that would put San Francisco to shame. I'm no expert, but I'm sure Mexico has a higher percentage of openly gay citizens than any country in the Americas.....not that there's anything wrong with that.

Mexico is a vast country, with opportunities for anyone willing to work. If life becomes uncomfortable in a certain region, nothing prevents in-country relocation, just as someone could move from the Downtown Eastside to Medicine Hat or from Detroit to Billings......For the vast majority of 'refugees', the rational for the move is economic. Mexico is a democracy. Imperfect, yes, but certainly not a tyranny.