Texas has been experiencing severe flooding that has tragically claimed the lives of many individuals, including entire families who remain unaccounted for. The devastation has been immense, and people from all over are coming together to assist, including support from Mexico. This situation highlights that, regardless of our backgrounds, compassion for others can still be a priority.
A short video reportedly depicts Mexican citizens in red uniforms and masks riding in trucks, assisting with flood damage relief and searching for victims. Although the video has since been removed from the original channel where it was posted, it was recorded and reuploaded to Reddit. While it isn’t clear exactly who the masked individuals are or which organization they represent, it is evident that they are present to offer help.
This is a particularly interesting answer to the floods from Mexico, considering the blatant hatred the current presidential administration has for our neighboring country. Commenters on the Reddit post felt the same, with one person saying, “The irony here is just beyond words. Trump paints Mexicans as the enemy, and they’re the ones helping after Trump decimates FEMA. We are living in the movie Idiocracy. Kudos to Mexico.”
For those unaware, Idocracy is a film about a man who, for various reasons, is sent to the year 2505 and discovers that the average human’s intelligence has decreased significantly. Honestly, I’ve always heard that life mimics art, and it seems as though our president is keen on recreating several pieces.
The floods ravaging Texas have been intense, with various viral videos circulating of victims attempting to escape the strong currents. Hopefully, things will lessen soon, and residents can begin focusing on search and rescue and reparations to the various damaged and destroyed buildings. This video should serve as a conversation about the positive aspects of keeping borders open.
