Arizona’s new illegal immigration bill is expected to be signed into law by Saturday by Conservative Gov. Jan Brewer and will toughen the state’s already stern immigration laws.
According to Fox News, the bill has sparked high emotion and the sponsor of the bill State Senator Russell Pearce (R) says “it will take the handcuffs off law enforcement and allow them to respect the states’ immigration laws to puts focus on violent criminals.”
The Los Angeles Catholic Arch Bishop took exception to the tougher law and said it represents “Nazi and Soviet-style” repression.
Protests were held outside the Arizona state capitol in Phoenix demanding Governor Brewer to strike down the new proposed legislation. However, Brewer is a Conservative leaning towards signing and opponents know lawmakers inside the capitol are not going to listen to their cries.
The landmark legislation will alleviate an insurmountable problem the state faces with illegal immigration and the crime it attracts.
“Our citizens have a Constitutional right to expect our laws to be enforced and that’s what we’re going to do in Arizona,” Pearce said.
In a new Rasmussen poll out today, 70 percent of Arizonians support the tough new legislation, but 53 percent are somewhat concerned about infringing on the rights of some U.S. citizens.
Conservative Latinos say the passage of the bill could mean political suicide for the GOP. “The state is going to turn blue and they will have Mr. Russell Pearce and Jan Brewer to blame,” Deedee Blasé of SOMOS Republicans said in a Fox News interview.
“The lunacy of rounding up people because they look a certain way or are suspected of being in violation of immigration statutes leads to one thing the violations of basic fundamental civil rights – profiling,” said Luis Gutierrez Congressman (D-IL).
The bill’s sponsor Pearce sees it differently, “illegal isn’t a race it’s a crime.”
The bill does, however, have support from law enforcement. They say it will make it easier to approach illegal immigrants outside Home Depot, a known hot spot for day labor work sites, and ask for their legal papers (either a drivers license or visa), failure could mean arrest and deportation.
“When one becomes proactive in addressing illegal immigration what happens here in Phoenix, crime didn’t fall, it plummeted,” said Mark Spencer of the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association.
With the recent murder of Arizona rancher, Robert Krentz, Arizona Senators John McCain (R-AZ) and Jon Kyl (R-AZ) the Republican Whip, have requested more than 3,000 National Guard troops be place along the Arizona/Mexico border to stop the incursion of illegal immigrants that cross the border on a daily basis.
The state’s Senators admit the issue is a federal one, but the lack of enforcement has pushed responsibility onto the states in a time when they need the help financially more than ever.
In a statement from Gov. Brewer dated April, 13, 2010 she said, “As Governor of the State of Arizona, my highest priority is the safety and security of our citizens. I met late today with Arizona ranchers, and heard their concerns, which I deeply share. Arizona roads and open spaces have become thoroughfares for illegal alien traffic and smuggling operations — drugs, arms and humans. Recently, an Arizona rancher in southeastern Cochise County was shot and killed, with evidence suggesting the crime was part of border-related criminal activity. With regard to border security, I am not taking “No,” for an answer from the federal government. I visited the area, and I’ve seen firsthand what needs to be done. I’ve communicated with President Obama and repeated my numerous requests for additional troops.”
The Arizona governor finished with “I will NOT accept the notion that border security is a responsibility of Arizona and the other Border States, but I will do what is necessary to protect this great State if additional federal assistance is not forthcoming.”
It looks like the show down on illegal immigration will be stirring up all kinds of consequences no matter which side citizens are on.
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Maybe you should present a more unbiased article, as a good journalist would..."and opponents know lawmakers inside the capitol are not going to listen to their cries." is not an unbiased statement. Go get a real job if you can't be good at the one you are doing.
$15,000 PER year, PER Student to educate illegal immigrant children in public schools. Many also get free breakfast/lunch programs, teachers & assistants, print materials etc.
$10,900 PER Birth to deliver illegal immigrant children (look up "Immigrant Birthing Hospitals some time)
Increased health insurance because illegal immigrants use the emergency rooms as Dr's office (there is a patient in Florida that has cost a hospital 1.5 MILLION because Mexico government will not come to get him). Increased local/city/State fees because illegal immigrants get court appointed lawyers (taxpayers charged $300 per hour), translators / print materials etc.
Increased car insurance because of uninsured illegal immigrants.
Welfare/food stamps/social service programs used by illegal immigrants w/fake or stolen ID. Identity theft programs ADD cost to banks/credit cards.
PRICELESS - getting American Taypayers TO PAY FOR IT ALL so they can save on tomatoes.
Great job Kimberly! Arizona is taking the alien bull by the horns and doing what is necessary to restore law and order in our most invaded state.
Thank you to the people of Arizona for standing tall against the Mexican Drug Cartel violence which is infecting America at an alarming rate.
The Los Angeles Catholic Arch Bishop took exception to the tougher law becasue he is afraid the young boys being deported will turn in their priest.
Law enforcement opposes this bill, and I doubt that Brewer will sign it. It will cost the state money because no business wants to be associated with a racist, fascist state that rounds up people because they look "illegal." Republicans have no respect for our constitution.
To hell with these whining ultra left wing liberal pukes. Run these illegals out and keep them out. People in this country are sick and tired of the America-hating aclu and the rest of the slack jawed knuckle dragging garbage and their phony "concern."
As theirs and Obozos favorite "reverend" Wright likes to say.."Goddam Mexico!"
You might call Arizona Governor Jan Brewer to give her the courage in signing this law, the first strict immigration law in years Telephone (602) 542-4331 Latest Rasmussen poll say 70 % percent of Arizona residents--SUPPORT--this law being passed.
Bargie you are ignorant so goddamn you!!!
"Conservative Latinos say the passage of the bill could mean political suicide for the GOP"
Fair weather Mexican-American "conservatives" were only conservative when the Republican controlled congress continued to ignore federal immigration laws for the benefit of their crony business constituents and the tens of pro-Mexican invasion organizations such as LaRaza.
Did anyone really think that "conservative" Latio's were in it to win it? Rich Mexicans tend to claim to be "conservative" in order to grow their wealth, protect it from socialist governments and placate their catholic wives.
Anyone with a clue would have seen that as soon as someone actually enforced immigration laws against Mexican nationals invading this country, that "Raza" would win over "Conservative".
God bless you Arizona! Maybe...just maybe...one day here in Mexifornia we will pass similar legislation and be able to purge our state of the vile third world filth that has destroyed our once great state.
As I was looking for articles about this bill, I came across this one with comments. What vitriol you spew here My God what ugly Americans some of you have become!
What a phoney you are. Using the new Obama buzz word, "vitriol".
The fact of the matter is the ILLEGAL immigrants have been spewing HATE towards American citizens and Laws since day one. LEGAL immigrants know the score too. Those that don't have another agenda that does NOT have America's best interest at heart.
Thank you for this article. And thank you ARIZONA!!! For having the courage and foresight to do what the rest of the country needs to do. Come on Calif, Texas and New Mexico. What are you waiting for???
this is ridiculous and this law is just stupid they are so concerned about drug trafficing and people coming the drugs that are smuggled in "us americans" consume it and the people that are smuggled in people hire them to do nasty jobs and dnt even pay minimum wage arizona is gonna go down and is becoming a racist state mexicans are nt the only immigrants
I don't understand what is so controversial. They are enforcing the law. The illegal aliens don't want us to enforce the law. It is as basic as that.
Kerry, are you BLIND?! It clearly states in the article that Law Enforcement SUPPORTS this bill!! I guess the disinformation and lying from illegal sympathizers will never stop. Too bad. I hope more states get the guts to do what is right and protect America and its citizens from this illegal onslaught.
stephanie, you are absolutely right - Mexicans are not the only immigrants. Therefore this is not about race as so many illegal sympathizers claim. It is about obeying our immigration laws, period! It is the illegal sympathizers who are crying "racist!" at every turn, but that's pure horse hockey designed to deceive and distract from the real issue - millions of illegal aliens in our country who simply do not belong here and need to be removed. The anchor baby law also needs to be changed immediately and hopefully, as American citizens finally force our federal government to do its job, we can get that change effected as well.
stupid white people!!!! mexicans gonna rule this country because its our land! go back to europe white people!!!
stephanie, you are absolutely right - Mexicans are not the only immigrants. Therefore this is not about race as so many illegal sympathizers claim. It is about obeying our immigration laws, period! It is the illegal sympathizers who are crying "racist!" at every turn, but that's pure horse hockey designed to deceive and distract from the real issue - millions of illegal aliens in our country who simply do not belong here and need to be removed. The anchor baby law also needs to be changed immediately and hopefully, as American citizens finally force our federal government to do its job, we can get that change effected as well.
Adriana...you come from a failed culture. When Europeans came to this continent they found that the wheel hadn't even been invented yet. That ought to tell you something about your chances of "Reconquista". By the way, Mexico SOLD the southwest to the U.S. after we kicked your ass. When Mexicans immigrate to America legally and assimilate into OUR culture and become Americans they can and do excel but apparently that's not the case for you. By the way...are you going to send the part of you with Spanish blood back to Europe?
I'm an AMERICAN MEXICAN(vice mex/amer)
Indeed! I AM IN FAVOR OF THIS BILL! IT PASSES A MESSAGE THAT OUR FEDERAL EFFORTS REGUARDING IMMG IS SUBSTANDARD! ILLEGAL IS ILLEGAL.THESE ALIENS BREAK LAWS AND OFTEN COMITT CRIMES. SEND'EM BACK TO MEXICO, CENTRAL AMERICA ETC! AND SLAM THE EMPLOYERS THAT HIRE THEM! OBAMA WANTS'em FOR VOTES...LOL!!! THAT's ILLEGAL TOO!
WHATS THE BIG DEAL ON ENFORCING THE LAW ON ILLEGALS!
LAW IS LAW! SO WHAT! PROFILING IS A SMALL INCONVENINCE!
AMERICA FOR AMERICANS OMLY! SEND THE ILLEGAL TRAFFIC BACK TO MEXICO AND CENTRAL AMERICA!!!!! AND SLAM THOSE EMPLOYERS THAT HIRE THEM!!!!!
I'm in agreement here. The law should be obeyed by all foreigners regardless of their opinions. Each nation is sovereign and ought to be able to enforce laws supported by the public. This is not a matter of racial profiling, of one group against another, it is a matter of having respect for the law and the right of American citizens to have the greater say.
Has anyone here asked the question: What happens to those folks who cross "illegally" over Mexico’s southern border from Guatemala or Honduras or even El Salvador? Any guesses?
Answer: They are SHOT, dead! Explain why no one is upset over this policy? Why are these facts not reported in the American press?
STAY WITH THE FACTS
www.immigrationpolicy.org/just-facts/economic-and-political-power-immigrants-latinos-and-asians-all-50-states
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