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As the so-called “papers please” provision of Senate Bill 1070 was cleared for use yesterday, Governor Jan Brewer issued a statement reminding the public that there are also laws “barring racial profiling” practices by police.
“It is not enough that SB 1070 be enforced. It must be enforced efficiently, effectively and in harmony with the Constitution and civil rights. I have full faith and confidence that Arizona’s State and local law enforcement officers are prepared for this task.”
See also:
–SB 1070’s “Papers Please” Section Now in Effect
–SB 1070’s “Papers Please” Section Can Go Into Effect, Judge Rules
–The Supreme Court’s 1070 Ruling Is No Win for Teabaggers
–Will Judge Susan Bolton Block 1070’s “Papers Please” Section?
–SB 1070 Oral Arguments on “Papers Please” Section Scheduled for August 21
–ACLU Seeks New Injunction on “Papers Please” Portion of SB 1070
–SB 1070, SCOTUS, Friendly House, and a Ray of Hope
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