The group was detained In a fenced area. They were isolated and were not allowed to make phone calls. not even to the American consulate. Every person on the bus was asked to show identification. including addresses and ages. At first they were not told why they were being detained. Then they were told they needed a special visa to enter the maquiladora zone. even though no such requirement exists in Mexican law. Then they were told their violation was simply discussing internal working conditions with Mexican workers. That is understandable. because they are treated like dogs. exposed to pollution. and they work under horrendous conditions.
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Mexican workers are treated like dogs and exposed to pollution.