Mexico is on the Telephone and They Don't Want Texas Either

Once bright, the Lone Star State’s prospects dim

by kenneth l. warner

As the reality of what Texas is really like becomes clearer, the shine on the Lone Star state is beginning to wear off. Once upon a time, places like Austin drew fans like moths to a candle, but now more and more people are beginning to understand the real danger to democracy and human rights Texas’ example is.

When I published my piece on returning Texas to Mexico, little did I realize the incredible international reach of Politically Speaking. A few days ago, I received the following note which I thought I would pass on to everyone.

From the Desk of

Andrés Manuel López Obrador

Presidente de México

National Palace

Mexico City, Zócolo

Dear Mr. Warner:

Thank you so very much for your kind and most generous offer to return Coahuila y Tejas to us here in México. It is a considerable and gracious gift.

South of the U.S. border we have watched with interest as our neighbors to the north wrestle over the issues of abortion and the importance of this right to the female population.

However just this week, Mexico’s Supreme Court ruled that it is unconstitutional to punish abortion as a crime. And, we feel it is a sensible, rational and just decision that paves the way for legal abortions throughout our country.

I echo the words of our Supreme Court Chief Justice Arturo Zaldivar when he said, “Today is a historic day for the rights of all Mexican Women”.

Consequently, after careful consideration of your incredibly lavish and princely offer, we must refuse.

Frankly, we don’t want Texas either.

Sincere and humble Regards,

Andrés Manuel López Obrador

Presidente de México