So if they can't get their papers at home, many take their chances, coming up through Mexico to claim asylum at the border or cross illegally, even if, like Juan Carlos, they prefer to come to work.
Así que, si no pueden conseguir sus papeles en casa, muchos se arriesgan, viniendo a través de México para pedir asilo en la frontera o cruzar ilegalmente, incluso si, como Juan Carlos, prefieren venir a trabajar.