The Pachuco does not want to blend into the life of North America.
The Pachucos are Mexican Adolescent youths who live in Northern America. They have refused to adhere to their Mexican culture and traditions. It is expected that since they are not attracted to their home culture, they should adopt the North American lifestyle where they live. However, they do the opposite. They do not either want to live as North Americans but instead, look forward to living a contradictory lifestyle.
The Pachuco, at last, has found new parents
It is contradictory that the author indicates that the Pachuco has found new parents because the North Americans have known his true colors. After knowing that a Pachuco is dangerous with unbecoming behavior, it is expected that North Americans should avoid him at all costs. However, the author states that now that they have known him, they are ready to accept him for what he is.
Instead of Hiding, the Pachuco presents himself to attract the attention of the hunter.
The Pachuco knows that his behavior is not welcome in North American society. He is dangerous and a threat. However, instead of living a secret life, he shows himself up everywhere attracting the attention of the society and law enforcers. It is ironic for him to behave in a manner that harms the society openly.
Even the birds speak English
The writer ironically writes that even the birds speak the English language. Under normal circumstances, birds do not speak any language that can be deciphered by human beings. However, the author uses this irony to express the extent to which Mexicans feel isolated because they think that North Americans value birds them.
Religious Emotions Lead Mexicans to Self-destruction
It is ironic that religious emotions and beliefs can lead people to self-destruction. Religious emotions are meant for self-healing and self-satisfaction. Additionally, religious emotions are meant to bring peace of mind. On the contrary, the author indicates that Mexicans living in North America are fond of self-destruction because of religious emotions. The author writes:
“Our fondness for self-destruction derives from not only our masochistic tendencies but also from a certain variety of religious emotion”
