Arturo Sarukhan, Mexico's ambassador to the United States, wants to cut through the clamor. 

Despite frequent news reports of drug-related violence and the often-inflammatory debate surrounding the issue of illegal immigration, the U.S.-Mexico border is an asset that has boosted prosperity in both countries, he told GlobalAtlanta.

The ambassador visited Atlanta in early February to meet with government officials and speak with local business leaders and representatives from the Mexican-American community.

A month after his visit, the Georgia House of Representatives passed a House Bill 87, requiring ...