He worked tirelessly to bridge the cultural and political divide in a way that enabled both countries to see that it was in their best interests to find areas of mutual concern and work together to the maximum extent feasible. even though there are other areas on which we will continue to disagree. As the patterns of illegal migration changed in response to increased law enforcement personnel and resources. criminal activity moved to new areas along the border. Under Alan Bersins leadership both countries implemented collaborative programs to prevent criminal activity and to apprehend criminals who oftentimes preyed upon undocumented aliens. Alan Bersin also oversaw the creation of a civil rights working group comprised of federal law enforcement. immigrant rights advocacy groups from San Diego and Tijuana. the Mexican Consulate in San Diego. the U.S. Consulate in Tijuana and the United States Attorneys Office to bring to the table all those affected by or involved in the enforcement of civil rights laws. The group provides assistance to investigators in locating evidence on both sides of the border to prove allegations of abuse.
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