2. We are NOT the land of the "free"

America:
McDonald's on every corner and Wal Mart in every town, but also red light cameras at every corner
Cops busting your balls because you go 5 miles over the speed limit, or forget to use a blinker
A society that claims to be equal, but is really only equal if you want the same things as everyone else (to cheat some system or win some game you think exists, simply because you have enough money to believe in things like that, poor people are shit out of luck for equality)
Drinking age is 21
We do have tons of internet access and available wifi

Mexico:
You have to travel long distances to get certain items, but it's usually cheaper.
The police can be paid, some people see this as corruption, I see it as understanding. People don't need a police record for drinking while driving, or because they have a joint. There are other solutions to small problems.
A society that is almost truly equal. Yes there is still a money gap, but the police hang out with the stoners, and the gang members go to church.
I don't even know if there is a drinking age
They have a lot less internet access and cell phone towers, but way more ancient history and modern culture.