Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer issued the following statement Monday on
the Supreme Court striking down three provisions of the state's law
cracking down on illegal immigrants but upholding, for now, a fourth
provision allowing police to stop people suspected of being in the
country illegally:
Today's decision by the U.S. Supreme Court is a victory for the rule
of law. It is also a victory for the 10th Amendment and all Americans
who believe in the inherent right and responsibility of states to defend
their citizens. After more than two years of legal challenges, the
heart of SB 1070 can now be implemented in accordance with the U.S.
Constitution.
While we are grateful for this legal victory, today is an opportunity
to reflect on our journey and focus upon the true task ahead: the
implementation and enforcement of this law in an even-handed manner that
lives up to our highest ideals as American citizens. I know the State
of Arizona and its law enforcement officers are up to the task. The case
for SB 1070 has always been about our support for the rule of law. That
means every law, including those against both illegal immigration and
racial profiling. Law enforcement will be held accountable should this
statute be misused in a fashion that violates an individual's civil
rights.
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What is she smoking?
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