Are the maquiladoras in northern Mexico more of an asset or a liability to the communities in which they are located?

Please answer the question in 3 to 4 paragraphs/ One page, this does not include references. 

1. Topic Sentence: You must begin your answer with a clear topic sentence. 
2. Supporting Points: You must provide at least three clear and distinct arguments to support the assertion that you have made in your topic sentence. 
3. Grammar: Points will be deducted for grammatical errors.