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Monday September 6th is Labor Day

The first Labor Day in the United States was celebrated on September 5, 1882 in New York City.  In the aftermath of the deaths of a number of workers at the hands of the U.S. military and U.S. Marshals during the 1894 Pullman Strike, President Grover Cleveland put reconciliation with Labor as a top political priority. Fearing further conflict, legislation making Labor Day a national holiday was rushed through Congress unanimously and signed into law a mere six days after the end of the strike.  Cleveland was also concerned that aligning an American labor holiday with existing international May Day celebrations would stir up negative emotions linked to the Haymarket Affair.  All 50 U.S. states have made Labor Day a state holiday.  Pictured at right is a photo of a Labor Day parade on Main St. in Buffalo NY in 1900.

 


Interim Count Atty pursues dangerous path

Rick_RomleyOn Friday May 21, 2010, several local, state, county, and federal officials from the law enforcement community met to communicate concerns to the public with regard to recent statements made by interim County Attorney Rick Romley.  Mr Romley recently facilitated the release of several suspects who were in custody for violating the states human smuggling statute, a felony offense.  In recent stetements made to the media Romley said he would no longer pursue charges against illegal immigrants as co-conspurators and added that his office would no longer participate in "raiding" businesses under immigration law.  Translation: Free pass to those who violate the employer sanctions law.       

The courts have validated that the prosecutorial methods used by former County Attorney Andrew Thomas were sufficient to meet the legal constraints required to successfully prosecute Arizona immigration statutes.  Falling crime rates in Maricopa County and Phoenix support the continued implementation of the proactive illegal immigration policing strategies of Sheriff Joe Arpaio.  Overwhelming support of Arizona citizens in regards to illegal immigration for SB1070 indicates the priority for the rule of law over political agendas.  Rank-and-file officers on the ground have proven that addressing both ends of a criminal enterprise, be it users or suppliers, cultivates an atmosphere of deterrence.

Read more: Interim Count Atty pursues dangerous path

 

Mexico Looking for Arizonans

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The photo above is a recent "Tourism" ad that was run in the back page of the business section of the AZ Republic on May 21, 2010.  One can't help but perceive the ad as a veiled threat to Americans in light of the recent events surrounding the passage of SB 1070 combined with comments made by Mexican President Felipe Calderone on the floor of the US Senate.

CLICK HERE to view the video segment from News 5.

Listen Now! to the comments aired on the Mike Broomhead show Friday May 21, 2010.

CLICK HERE to read the related news piece from KTAR.com.

 

Rule 15 Questionaire

surveyThe department recently sent out Rule 15 Questionaire/survey forms that officers were directed to fill out and return. Several officers have raised concerns and called PLEA with questions.  The department has assured PLEA that since officers are being compelled to complete the survey that Garrity protections apply.  They have also made it clear that the purpose of the survey is NOT to gather information for the purpose of investigating officers.  If there are further questions regarding this please call the PLEA office @ 602-246-7869.
 

SB 1070 Changes Nothing for Phoenix Officers

 

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E.J. Montini understands what Phoenix Police Officers already know. The main premises of SB 1070 won't change a thing for Phoenix Police Officers. Phoenix Officers have been contacting ICE and deporting illegal aliens for the last two years.

CLICK HERE to read Montini's May 20, 2010 Arizona Republic article.

CLICK HERE to read a statement issued by Republican Congressional candidate Susan Bittersmith in response to statements made by Mexican President Felipe Calderon during his recent visit to the US.

CLICK HERE to read an editorial from the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) on SB 1070.

CLICK HERE to read the PSB investigation of PLEA President Mark Spencer for contacting ICE last summer.

 

LA Talk Radio Looks at SB 1070

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john_and_kenOn Tuesday May 18, 2010, Los Angeles talk radio station KFI AM 640 did a live on air interview with PLEA President Mark Spencer on the topic of SB-1070.  Radio hosts John and Ken asked about topics such as the provisions of the bill itself and questioned why the Mayor and Chief of Police refuse to support the bill.

Listen Now! to the interview.   

 

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TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
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The Arizona Police Association is pleased to announce their 2010 Annual Training Conference to be held at the Talking Stick Resort and Casino on October 20th-22nd.
this training is AZPOST approved, is Blue Card eligible and is worth 20hrs of continuing education credits. Interested officers can register online at www.azpolice.org
CLICK HERE to download a copy of the event brochure and agenda.
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The Choirboys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club will be hosting the first Bikes and Pipes 1/2 way to St. Patty's Day event on Saturday Sept 18th at the Irish Wolfhound Pub in Surprise.
CLICK HERE for a copy of the event flyer. For any additional information contact Ofc. Jesse Martinez at  martinez5762@cox.net

 

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Click on the photo above or the link to assist in providing financial support for border security and Immigration issues. Note: funds donated are not used for political campaigns or re-election contributuons. www.keepazsafe.com


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