General Reports

[Guitarrefreak]

I just reconnected with a long lost chica, who gave mediocore bang, but has always had a place in my pinche corazon.

I don't want to spook her yet, but want to slowly get back into the groove, however, all the shit that she's saying about thanks to god for this and that, is a little bit turnoff for me.

We will see how this plays out.

Anyone here reconnected with a chica fallen prey to the faith? How do the other (ahem) more "important" stuff play out?

[Efjayel]

Might shock you that rest of the world pays $120 for US tourist visa which is usually valid for one entry. For many countries it is the equivalent of a few months' income. I paid this when I came to this country as an immigrant and that was the cost of my entire 4 year degree from the best college that country could offer.

Best $120 dollars you ever spent?

[Baxter Slade]

Can any of you gents recommend a good pharmacy in Tijuana for Viagra etc?

The pharmacy across from the wax museum seems to be a popular place for those kind of drugs.

[MS Clive]

Here's an article that explains this proposal in more detail:

http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/loca...205238721.html

The article doesn't state whether it would be for everyone, or just non USA citizens. I find it hard to understand how a government can charge it's own taxpaying citizens to enter their own country; what if you refuse to pay, they won't let you back in? It doesn't really make any sense.

Reciprocity is another issue as well, as Artisttyp mentioned. If the USA is charging Mexicans and Canadians to enter, then those respective countries may decide to charge Americans when entering Canada and Mexico. This is a horrible idea all around.

The last paragraph of the article brings up a good point. For those who have SENTRI, you guys should be the least upset if this proposal become law, since you're *already* paying to cross the border. One of many reasons why I would never get a SENTRI card.

Might shock you that rest of the world pays $120 for US tourist visa which is usually valid for one entry. For many countries it is the equivalent of a few months' income. I paid this when I came to this country as an immigrant and that was the cost of my entire 4 year degree from the best college that country could offer.

[Jbiz979]

Can any of you gents recommend a good pharmacy in Tijuana for Viagra etc?

[TomJackin]

since you're *already* paying to cross the border. One of many reasons why I would never get a SENTRI card.

I'm paying not to stand in a three hour line. And would gladly pay double for the same privilege. Plus, Global Entry is a free add on. I blow threw customs and immigration in LAX and Miami within 5-7 minutes. I for one know what I'm paying for indeed.

[Efjayel]

The last paragraph of the article brings up a good point. For those who have SENTRI, you guys should be the least upset if this proposal become law, since you're *already* paying to cross the border. One of many reasons why I would never get a SENTRI card.

I'm sure you mean, THE MOST UPSET since we already paid to be able to cross on our lane.

[Keg]

Just heard on the news here in SD. Proposed bill to implement a FEE to ENTER the USA at the border crossing to cover the cost of CBP! No shit! We will have the thrill of paying to endure their bullshit. That should REALLY increase the waiting time at la linea.

Pay a fee to CBP?

Crossing back in from Mexico I'd say it's quite appropriate to barter, so I plan to bring back some Chiclets and a piñata as my entry payment.

[Ezinho]

The request came from homeland security. Congressman from buffalo, etc are against it, because of all the economy they get from canadians coming over to work and buy things. Sounds like it won't pass.

Here's an article that explains this proposal in more detail:

http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/loca...205238721.html

The article doesn't state whether it would be for everyone, or just non USA citizens. I find it hard to understand how a government can charge it's own taxpaying citizens to enter their own country; what if you refuse to pay, they won't let you back in? It doesn't really make any sense.

Reciprocity is another issue as well, as Artisttyp mentioned. If the USA is charging Mexicans and Canadians to enter, then those respective countries may decide to charge Americans when entering Canada and Mexico. This is a horrible idea all around.

The last paragraph of the article brings up a good point. For those who have SENTRI, you guys should be the least upset if this proposal become law, since you're *already* paying to cross the border. One of many reasons why I would never get a SENTRI card.

[Efjayel]

A fee to get back into the United States won't pass. Mexico already has a huge decline in tourism. Making the Americans pay to get to their country will just add to the aggravation of traveling to Mexico. Actually something like this can pass, but you can bet that Mexico will be completely against it as will many others. Also, what will happen to SENTRI and fast pass users? Will they get the privilege of not having to pay? If so, then you know everyone will apply for those benefits and SENTRI will end up as another long wait line.

By the way, anyone have a news link to this? I'd like to read it. I'd like to know just how much money is being pumped into border crossings.

[Ath Trainer]

Just heard on the news here in SD. Proposed bill to implement a FEE to ENTER the USA at the border crossing to cover the cost of CBP! No shit! We will have the thrill of paying to endure their bullshit. That should REALLY increase the waiting time at la linea. This is supposed to go in effect at ALL crossings in Mexico & Canada next year. I hope it does NOT happen, but you know it WILL! They did not say what what the FEE would be.

Sorry NDsg your post came up after I posted this!

The request came from homeland security. Congressman from buffalo, etc are against it, because of all the economy they get from canadians coming over to work and buy things. Sounds like it won't pass.

[Ath Trainer]

Just heard on the news here in SD. Proposed bill to implement a FEE to ENTER the USA at the border crossing to cover the cost of CBP! No shit! We will have the thrill of paying to endure their bullshit. That should REALLY increase the waiting time at la linea. This is supposed to go in effect at ALL crossings in Mexico & Canada next year. I hope it does NOT happen, but you know it WILL! They did not say what what the FEE would be.

Sorry NDsg your post came up after I posted this!

If you think its a long wait now, how much worse will it be with one more step to the process. Will they have exact change lanes? Maybe ez pass.

[Artisttyp]

I read that somewhere too.

Just another reason to keep hating America. Nothing is getting better. Unfortunately this type of a ""charge them a fee" environment is turning me into a cold SOB. No more tips for $60 cab rides to the airport. Christmas is only what I want to give not what's expected. No supporting my local restaurants. Definitely no American bar hopping. No movies sporting events concerts fund raisers. None of it.

When the Govt. Starts charging you for these types of services it is a sign that we are becoming a 3rd world economy or at least nearing the cliff. The only way a 3rd world country can make any money is by keeping as many citizens as it can "in" the country. They impose high taxes on *necessities like milk sugar gasoline electricity. These are things people MUST have to survive. Charging for border crossing is another form of it. People NEED to get to work. They will soon have to pay for the privilege.

I hate America and I say this with the deepest regret. We pissed it all away to corruption greed and mismanagement.

Then MEXICO will start charging us an entrance fee. It's happened already in Argentina Brazil and Bolivia.

[Artisttyp]

Just heard on the news here in SD. Proposed bill to implement a FEE to ENTER the USA at the border crossing to cover the cost of CBP! No shit! We will have the thrill of paying to endure their bullshit. That should REALLY increase the waiting time at la linea. This is supposed to go in effect at ALL crossings in Mexico & Canada next year. I hope it does NOT happen, but you know it WILL! They did not say what what the FEE would be.

I read that somewhere too.

Just another reason to keep hating America. Nothing is getting better. Unfortunately this type of a ""charge them a fee" environment is turning me into a cold SOB. No more tips for $60 cab rides to the airport. Christmas is only what I want to give not what's expected. No supporting my local restaurants. Definitely no American bar hopping. No movies sporting events concerts fund raisers. None of it.

When the Govt. Starts charging you for these types of services it is a sign that we are becoming a 3rd world economy or at least nearing the cliff. The only way a 3rd world country can make any money is by keeping as many citizens as it can "in" the country. They impose high taxes on *necessities like milk sugar gasoline electricity. These are things people MUST have to survive. Charging for border crossing is another form of it. People NEED to get to work. They will soon have to pay for the privilege.

I hate America and I say this with the deepest regret. We pissed it all away to corruption greed and mismanagement.

[GolfSexRroll]

Just heard on the news here in SD. Proposed bill to implement a FEE to ENTER the USA at the border crossing to cover the cost of CBP! No shit! We will have the thrill of paying to endure their bullshit. That should REALLY increase the waiting time at la linea. This is supposed to go in effect at ALL crossings in Mexico & Canada next year. I hope it does NOT happen, but you know it WILL! They did not say what what the FEE would be.
Sorry NDsg your post came up after I posted this!