If we cannot. we can be assured that will affect Mexican oil production. pricing. and marketing decisions in a manner inimical to our interests. To spell this out further. let me briefly review the three major issues between our two countries. Undocumented workers. trade. and energy. Many Americans view illegal immigration of Mexicans into the United States with concern because of the possible effects of that immigration on our employment and wage levels. I share that concern. But what too many Americans do not realize is that Mexicans view illegal immigration in even stronger termsas a national tragedy. It is striking proof of Mexicos inability to offer full employment to its own people. and it leads to the exploitation and brutalization of the migrants by Mexicans and Americans alike. President Lopez Portillo has frequently and strongly stated that it is Mexicos desire and policy to export goods. not people. But the development of Mexicos economy to the point where it can absorb its own labor force is a longterm proposition.
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