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Some studies have shown that Mexico's crime rate is lower than that of the U.S. Of course, crimes are underreported in Mexico because of distrust of the police. But my wife and I walk around our village at night in complete safety.

Do you eat Mexican food or American when you're in Mexico?

Both. There are wonderful restaurants down there. I'll tell you one stereotype that's true, though--the water. You don't drink the water.


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