No Habla Espanol: The Other Mexicans Who Don't Speak Spanish Catholic Online
go to original June 29, 2013

Worldfocus special correspondent Lynn Sherr and producer Megan Thompson highlight Mexico's attempt to preserve the past by speaking ancient languages in the present tense. (worldfocusonline)

The Mexican immigrant suffers a stereotype in American culture. Mexican immigrants tend to be poor, they tend to be laborers, they tend to be resourceful, religious, and share strong family values. They enjoy lavish celebrations filled with music and color. And of course, they speak Spanish. Also, we'd be wrong to believe this.

National Geographic recently shattered this stereotype for its readers with the publication of an article entitled "The Other Mexicans." The article points out a very simple reality - that Mexico also has indigenous people who do not share the mainstream Mexican culture.

In the United States we have several Native American populations. Each one is distinct with its own system of beliefs, language, traditions, and styles. The same holds true for Mexico. The indigenous people of Mexico have their own cultures and languages that are very distinct from mainstream Mexican culture.

While in Mexico, these people have the support of their communities, often living in traditional villages and following the customs of their people. However, these people also migrate, and many come to the United States where they seek work and a better life.

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