Globalization: Mexican leaders signal their solidarity with Texas

An interesting look at the joint economic interests of Texans - and their governor - and Mexican politicians and businessmen next door.

Mexican leaders signal their solidarity with Texas | Houston Chronicle: "As Texas Gov. Rick Perry took the oath of office on Tuesday, the eyes of Texas were truly upon him as he mapped out his vision for the state. His vision was defined by strengthening the state's pro-business climate, generating more jobs and building a stronger economy for a state that's fared far better than most during the recession. After all,... Texas is home to 80 percent of the jobs created in the U.S. in the past five years.

But it wasn't just Texans in the audience for this inaugural. A number of Mexico's governors and top business executives stood with us, underscoring the importance of our southern neighbor to Texas, our shared security and our intertwined economies."