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There's no reason to speculate that Obrador would have fixed Mexico's problems. One problem appears to be the inefficiency of many government-run monopolies. From his background, it appears he may well not have tackled this. (It's unclear if anybody has the clout to do so).

Re: education of illegal immigrants' children:

Sorry, there are 12 million (at least) illegals right now in the US. You don't have the luxury to wish they were back in Mexico. That's not an option--and you should be careful what you wish for anyway--their departure would show you immediately to what extent the US economy depends on them.

It should be obvious that educating these kids is the right thing to do--among other things to bring in more tax revenue as they get better jobs---and that it has to be done in the US.


I'd also like an answer to my observation that taking away birthright citizenship--especially if you also refuse to educate the children of illegals in public schools-- would create a young uneducated underclass with no stake in the country--as in France. Why would that be such a good idea? How has it worked out for France? And in France, the immigrants may not want education in public schools--but the illegals here definitely do---and it's essential for assimilation.

ESL is another topic--I think a strong argument can be made for the end of ESL. English only in public schools--except if the subject itself is Spanish, for instance. And learning at least a bit of Spanish would be a good idea for all Americans. I actually find learning other languages to be very rewarding--and fun. Though obviously I can't expect everybody to share that attitude.