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By John W. Lillpop
As the debate over immigration rages on, it is clear that many Hispanics, including those here legally, need to understand the following essential truths about America:
*In 1848, The Treaty of Guadeloupe Hidalgo was ratified by both the U.S. and Mexican Congresses. That Treaty ended any and all claims Mexico had to land now a part of the United States.
*Native American Indians were the original owners of the American southwest. Were there were any valid property rights claims concerning that land, such rights would belong to Native American Indians, not Mexicans.
*America is a sovereign nation, totally independent of Mexico. It has been that way for over 200 years. We intend to keep it that way.
*Brown may be beautiful in Mexico. But in America, we are partial to colors that symbolize freedom under the rule of law. That would be Red, White and Blue....
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