So in one of my last classes we mostly discussed Mexican culture while reading different lectures that expressed different social themes. One of the themes we talked about was discrimination between the rich and the poor. Like in all countries, there is a division between classes in Mexico. The rich are the ones with power who always seem to have the upper hand. The poor are the ones trying to survive and reach that higher level of living. The story is the same for any society. Mexico however, explained my professor, is different because it has a common ground in society. “Sure there is poverty in Mexico,” he said, “but many believe that everything is dealt with by God.” He went on to explain how most Mexicans are catholic. According to the CIA world factbook, about 76.5% of the people are catholic. There common shared beliefs help them find something in common. The idea that God is in control of the world and can give and take away wealth is what helps Mexicans find common ground. “The rich are blessed and ‘should’ use that to help their brothers and sisters. The poor are are working hard to reach the next level and know it depends on God. Both groups come together in their beliefs.”
I thought it was an interesting idea how even though there are forms of discrimination there are also areas of common ground. This example of the rich and the poor was just one of many we discussed. Although my professor’s ideas don’t speak for all Mexicans, they still were general for Mexico. I too like to think the best of society.
