This paper examines in how far Mexican Americans can be culturally integrated into the US society. Therefore, the analysis of culture and the interaction between cultures are crucial steps towards understanding the process of integration. The main part applies these prior theoretical reflections to the historical and present integration of Mexicans in the United States in comparison to other minorities. Finally, Huntington’s provocative thesis, that the constant influx of Latinos is a menace to the nation’s integrity and cultural foundation will be discussed and refuted.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- The Hispanic Challenge?
- Important Terms and Notions in the Context of Integration
- Definition of Culture and Its Implications
- Interactions between Cultures
- Definition of and Determinants for Successful Integration
- Integration of Mexican Americans in the Heartlands
- Integration of Mexican Americans in the Borderlands
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the integration of Mexican immigrants into American society, particularly focusing on the cultural and social aspects of integration. The analysis aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by Mexican Americans in different regions of the United States, particularly comparing the heartlands and the borderlands. The paper also seeks to address and refute Samuel Huntington's provocative thesis concerning the threat posed by the influx of Latinos to American national integrity and cultural foundation.
- Cultural differences and their impact on integration
- Intercultural interactions and their role in building relationships
- The concept of culture and its implications for understanding integration
- The historical and current integration of Mexican Americans in the heartlands and borderlands
- The impact of Mexican immigration on American identity and culture
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The first chapter introduces key concepts related to integration, including culture, intercultural behavior, and the determinants of successful integration. It highlights the importance of understanding cultural differences and their implications for building relationships and overcoming barriers to integration.
The second chapter delves into the integration of Mexican Americans in the heartlands. It analyzes the quantitative development of the Mexican population, the integration across generations, and the willingness and capability of Mexican immigrants to integrate into American society. The chapter also explores the attitudes of both Mexican immigrants and Americans towards integration.
The third chapter focuses on the integration of Mexican Americans in the borderlands. It examines similar aspects as the second chapter, including the quantitative development of the Mexican population, the integration across generations, and the willingness and capability of Mexican immigrants to integrate. It also considers the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the border environment.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on key topics such as immigration, integration, culture, intercultural relations, Mexican Americans, American identity, the heartlands, the borderlands, and the Hispanic Challenge. It examines empirical data, theoretical perspectives, and historical trends to understand the complex dynamics of integration in the context of Mexican immigration to the United States.
- Quote paper
- Marvin Hanisch (Author), 2012, The American Challenge: Reflections on the Integration of Mexicans in the United States of America, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/210672
