SB1070 Update: I understand, but that doesn’t mean I have to like it
by David Safier The Feds filed a lawsuit against SB1070, and the politicians' reactions are pouring in. Of course, the Rs have a dozen reasons why the lawsuit is terrible. But to my dismay, most Ds, at least those from Arizona, kinda agree. Advertisement The basic Democratic response is, the Feds shouldn't file a lawsuit … Read more
An American Affliction of Instant Gratification
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Modern technology has sped up the pace of life, and with it the expectation of instant results. An American affliction of instant gratification makes long-term policy planning and goals nearly impossible. Americans no longer have the patience and perseverance, or willingness to make sacrifices for the betterment of their future. We want … Read more
Pander Bear McCain tacks right, joins the “no amnesty, deport ’em all” crowd
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Sen. John McCain, who at one time had been the top Republican advocate for immigration legislation promising a pathway to citizenship for some illegal immigrants, on Tuesday expressed opposition to any program that would give illegal immigrants a way to become citizens. McCain favors immigration reform that would deport ‘many’ illegal residents: … Read more
Attorney General Terry Goddard Statement on SB 1070 Lawsuit
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Press release from Attorney General Terry Goddard: Goddard Statement on 1070 Lawsuit Announcement PHOENIX — Today the U.S. Department of Justice announced it will take action to prevent SB 1070 from becoming law by filing suit against the controversial bill. "What we need are solutions, not lawsuits. Until we get real solutions, … Read more
U.S. Department of Justice files suit, seeks injunction against SB 1070
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: As anticipated, the U.S. Department of Justice filed suit today against SB 1070. The lawsuit charges that the state's new immigration law is unconstitutional and requests a preliminary injunction to stop the legislation from taking effect. Justice Dept. sues, seeks injunction on Ariz. immigration law: The lawsuit says the law illegally intrudes … Read more
Gov. Jan Brewer and Sen. John McCain lying with impugnity
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: In an interview on Fox News last week, Gov. Jan Brewer claimed: "We cannot afford all this illegal immigration and everything that comes with it, everything from the crime and to the drugs and the kidnappings and the extortion and the beheadings …" Brewer Falsely Claimed Immigrants Beheaded People In Arizona (VIDEO): There's … Read more
Arizona Illustrated interview of Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Randy Parraz
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Arizona Illustrated interview of Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Randy Parraz.
