I'm not sure if I am misunderstanding you or vice-versa. My point was that the story line has it that it is entirely America's fault that the US is economically developed, whereas Mexico is an economic basket case. In other words, we should be ashamed; we are exploiters, and they are the victims.
I just don't buy that.
I take it that you do not, either. As you correctly pointed out, Mexico, too, could be prosperous, except for rempant corruption and a culture that seems to tolerate this sad state of affairs. And that is hardly America's fault.
I meant story as in something not true. The *story line* from the libs is....
Yes, it is a story.
None of it is America’s fault. I’m sick of us getting blamed for what’s wrong with the rest of the world. This country started from nothing and all the legal immigrants built it up to where it is today, through hard work and moral character. Any other country can do the same, if it so chooses. Many countries are rich in natural resources and have plenty to offer for trade and money making potential. If we can do it, they can do it, too.
You got it right.