A New Bracero Program Is Not the Solution
Briefly

Trump's threat of tariffs against Mexico serves as a reminder of historical tensions, with potential consequences echoing past deportation strategies that proved inhumane and costly.
Operation Wetback serves as a grim reminder of 1950s immigration policies, highlighting the brutality of mass deportation efforts that displaced thousands of Mexican workers quickly and cruelly.
The American agricultural sector is voicing concerns over potential labor shortages from deportations, and the implications for grocery prices, which Trump has yet to address.
Future strategies for immigration reform could reflect a return to drastic measures like Operation Wetback, which while historically significant, raises moral and practical questions about enforcement.
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