Discrimination and violence: The annexation of Mexican territories by the United States led to increased discrimination and violence against Mexicans living in the United States. Mexicans were often denied basic rights, such as voting, land ownership, and access to education and public services. They were also subjected to violence from both government officials and vigilantes.
Loss of cultural identity: The loss of land, resources, and traditional ways of life led to a loss of cultural identity for many Mexican people. Many Mexican Americans were forced to assimilate into American culture and abandon their own traditions and languages.
Economic inequality: The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo also contributed to economic inequality in the United States. The loss of land and resources left many Mexican people impoverished and vulnerable to exploitation by American businesses and individuals. This economic inequality persists today, with Mexican Americans having higher rates of poverty and unemployment than the rest of the US population.
Health disparities: Mexican immigrants and Mexican Americans also experience health disparities compared to the rest of the US population. They are more likely to be uninsured, to have difficulty accessing healthcare, and to suffer from chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesity. These disparities are a result of the social, economic, and political barriers that Mexican people face in the United States.
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo has had a lasting negative impact on the Mexican people who stayed in the US. The loss of land, resources, and cultural identity, as well as the discrimination, violence, and economic inequality that followed, have all contributed to the challenges that Mexican people face in the United States today.