mexico usa international migration Flashcards
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Why do many people migrate from Mexico to the USA?
Migration from Mexico to the USA is driven by economic and social reasons, such as poor living conditions in Mexico and better opportunities in the USA.
What are some of the poor living conditions in Mexico that push people to migrate?
Poor living conditions in Mexico include poor medical facilities (1800 people per doctor), low wages (GDP per capita $14,406), low adult literacy rate (55%), high unemployment (around 40%), and lower life expectancy (72 years).
What factors contribute to people migrating from Mexico?
Political instability, drug violence, and limited job opportunities in Mexico also contribute to migration.
What factors attract Mexicans to the USA?
The USA offers better healthcare (400 people per doctor), well-paid jobs (GDP per capita $46,860), high literacy rate (99%), and higher life expectancy (76 years).
What industries in the USA attract Mexican migrants?
Many Mexicans are attracted by low-skilled job opportunities in agriculture, construction, and hospitality, which offer better wages and working conditions than in Mexico.
How do Mexican immigrants contribute to the USA?
Mexican immigrants contribute significantly to the workforce in sectors like farming and construction.
What social issues have arisen in the USA due to Mexican migration?
There have been social tensions over the strain on public services and job competition caused by the influx of Mexican immigrants.
What impact does migration have on Mexico?
Mexico experiences brain drain, as young, skilled workers leave for better opportunities, which can slow economic development.
What are the effects of migration on families left behind in Mexico?
Families left behind in Mexico may benefit from remittances sent back home, which improve living conditions but also create dependency on migration.
