Despite Donald Trump's continued attacks on Mexicans, Mexican firefighters are providing critical aid in battling devastating wildfires in Southern California. This act of compassion stands in stark contrast to Trump's divisive rhetoric and highlights the enduring spirit of the Mexican people.
Almost 10 years after labeling Mexicans as criminals and rapists, Donald Trump continues to attack Mexican people both in the U.S. and in Mexico. This xenophobia comes as Mexican firefighters are battling the devastating blazes in Southern California alongside American firefighters. A team of military specialists, firefighters, doctors, engineers, and search and rescue personnel are working tirelessly from the air and on the ground to combat the ferocious blazes.
The Mexican team's presence highlights a stark contrast between Trump's rhetoric and the actions of the Mexican people. While Trump fuels division and prejudice, Mexicans demonstrate compassion and solidarity, extending aid to a nation that often treats them with animosity. This act of kindness is not new. In 2020, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, 100 Mexican firefighters flew to Tulare County to assist in battling wildfires. As a Mexican American born and raised in Los Angeles, I understand this is who we are: community healers, whether that community is in Mexico or the U.S. This compassion is ingrained in our culture and history. The Mexican firefighters' presence in California is a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit of our people. They are answering the call, not just to combat natural disasters, but to defy the harmful narratives that seek to divide us. The video, that has amassed 14.6 million views, illustrates this perfectly. It shows Mexican firefighters holding up their flag and using a firehose to diminish dangerous flames. The text overlay reads: “While our people are getting picked up by ICE, Mexico is sending over their firefighters to help with the fires in LA.” This underscores a fundamental truth: Mexicans are not criminals or burdens. We are human beings with compassion and a willingness to help those in need. Even when others might think that people don’t deserve our help, we live by the words of our anthem: 'Mexicanos al grito de guerra.' And sometimes, those wars are against natural disasters in a land that’s no longer ours. Regardless, respondemos al grito
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