I live in Arizona and every day I see the negative effects of uncontrolled illegal immigration coming from Mexico. However, I think we should assume "positive intent" here on the part of Mexico in sending this convoy of aid.
In this situation Mexico is a neighbor and their willingness to send 195 soldiers and 35 trucks which can feed 7,000 people a day who are in need represents a positive contribution - albeit even if "symbolic". Let's keep this in some perspective - our other neighbor, Canada has offered even less assistance. I would also suggest that Mexico's contribution is significantly greater than that offered so far by France and possibly Japan. That speaks volumes.
I never thought I'd be on FR defending Mexico in anything having to do with helping the US, as I'm rather "militant" in my views about getting our southern border under control and kicking out all of the illegal aliens. But Mexico has offered this help and I think we should accept it graciously and gratefully regardless of our other issues with them. Could the US get by without this aid from Mexico? - sure, but for the 7,000 folks in NOLA and elsewhere who need a meal, this will be a gift to give thanks to God for.
...my two cents...
Yup.
Help graciously offered is gratefully accepted. Period.
I've been very encouraged at the outpouring of offers from around the world. The instinct to help others is alive and well, and proves that America does in fact have many friends.