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Posted on 04/26/2006 3:59:40 PM PDT by SwinneySwitch
MEXICO CITY — U.S. lobbyists lashed out Wednesday at the Mexican "Nothing Gringo" campaign timed for May 1 to coincide with the "Day Without Immigrants" boycott in the United States.
The American Chamber of Commerce in Mexico said organizers are risking a backlash and foolishly targeting some of their best allies, since U.S. corporations have actively lobbied the U.S. Congress for immigration reform including legalization for many of the estimated 11 million undocumented migrants.
CountryWatch: Mexico
Mexicans' refusal to "buy American" on May 1 could further polarize the debate and make reform supporters seem anti-American at the very moment that lobbyists are trying to persuade lawmakers in Washington to pass a bill that would benefit migrants, worries Larry Rubin, the chamber's president.
"This is like shooting oneself in the foot," Rubin said. "U.S. companies have been the first to lobby, launching a huge lobbying effort for immigration reform. ... Why hurt something that is helping you?"
Migrants and their supporters in the United States are being encouraged to skip work and school and not spend money for one day to demonstrate the migrants' importance to the U.S. economy.
South of the border, Mexicans are targeting American stores and chain restaurants — "That means no Dunkin' Donuts, no McDonald's, Burger King, Starbucks, Sears, Krispy Kreme or Wal-Mart," reads one e-mail making the rounds.
But even activists are confused about which companies are U.S.-owned. Sears is cited by boycott organizers, despite the fact that Sears' Mexico stores were bought by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim in 1997. And few organizers mention Vips — the chain of ubiquitous Mexican diners — even though they are owned by Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
A quarter of Mexico's formal private-sector jobs with regular pay are provided by U.S. firms, according to the chamber, including Walmex, the Mexican Wal-Mart....
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"that will paralyze the USA economy. The economic losses will be incalculable "
I don't think so.
The Feds will probably be out in force, raiding s few selective business to show their support.
I'm putting in a sprinkler system. I wanted to buy Rainbirds, but I see Made in Mexico stamped on them. Anybody have opinions about Orbit or other types?
That's my plan too for May 1st -- oh how lovely the stores will be! I have a few large purchases to make and will be holding out until then.
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surprised no one is mentioning the fact that lots of companies are just giving the mexicans the day off.
who has the power now, idiots?
No wonder the Libs are trying to bring these people into their flock. Stupid and gullible doesn't even begin to describe them.
I hope that they do boycott on May 1st. That will seal the deal for them. American will turn against these creeps in droves.
Armed, crabby troops and an electrified fence.
"de la interminable lista de
>>empresas americanas en Mxico. "
"Interminable list of American businesses in Mexico" - which the Mejicanos patronize like there's no tomorrow. What a load of crapola! Let's see, what Mexican product can I absolutely not live without? Oh, yeah, THERE AIN'T ONE! Nuestros hermanitos al sur can't say the same - they'd die without their Coca-Cola and McDonald's.
Sé que es un esfuerzo para todos pero es lo menos que podemos hacer
>>por esa
>>gente que prácticamente está manteniendo a nuestro país con las
>>remesas.
"I know it is difficult for all, but it's the least we can do for the people who are practically keeping our country (Mexico) going with their remittances (wire transfers)."
Grrrrrrrrrrrr.
bttt
I don't know about the rest of you, but I'm getting a little tired of the term 'Gringo'. I feel it is racist and is akin to calling a Black person the infamous 'N word'. I answer 'Gringo' with 'Beaner' and get surprised looks from the Beaner. I'll only call them that in retort to Gringo, but I let them know quick that Gringo is a no-no! I'm not really that sensitive, I'm just sick of their cr@p.
Hey, ya think the ACLU would support it if we all filed suit against the "Gringo" label?
While the Illegals celebrate Communist Workers Day, we should give up eating lettuce (for a year), and mow our own lawns this summer.
An electrified fence.
Hahaha ... I ust love that photo!
LOL! Good question. I do plan to shop at Wal-Mart on Monday and probably McDonald's as well. They're the only two in our rural area that might be affected.
Carolyn
Better yet, give up taco trucks and hit them where it hurts. Mexican restaurants are owned by gringos but the trucks are not.
Not sure if you are from a state that knows taco trucks ...
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