Missouri sheriffs back states' immigration efforts
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 | 4:02 p.m. CDT
BY
Associated Press
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri sheriffs are giving their support to law officers in states along the Mexican border seeking to enforce immigration laws.
The Missouri Sheriffs' Association this week approved a resolution backing states that have approved their own legislation on immigration enforcement. The resolution specifically mentions Arizona, where part of a new law on the subject has been blocked by a federal judge.
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The Missouri sheriffs group said Wednesday the resolution was approved by more than 100 members, with no votes in opposition.
Critics of some states' laws contend the federal government should handle immigration enforcement. Some also have objected to Arizona's law over concerns that it could lead to racial profiling.
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("Some also have objected to Arizona's law over concerns that it could lead to racial profiling.")
An organization actually put up a sign saying something to the effect, "You are now entering Arizona. Have your papers ready. Racial Profiling Ahead."
Shameful accusations towards a border state that's trying to save this country from illegal invaders.
Anyone know which political party, ideology or nation that agency is representing?