Why aren't there more politicians like Arizona's Governor?

Question

Arizona's governor signed a bill Monday that prohibits people from hiring illegal immigrants and requires businesses to verify applicants' employment eligibility.

"Immigration is a federal responsibility, but ... it is now abundantly clear that Congress finds itself incapable of coping with the comprehensive immigration reforms our country needs," the governor said in a statement.

Answer 1

Thats great, as long as they can enforce the measure.

Saw a documentary a few months back that shows how illegal immigrants can usually come up with "proof" of citizenship when they have to. Plus you cannot discriminate based upon a person's ethnic background, meaning the employer has to verify the backgrounds of all employees, putting an additional burden on the employer.

Answer 2

I don't understand the people who criticize state and local governments for trying to execute the laws passed by Congress.

While they are correct that immigration policies are the Congress' responsibility, there is nothing that prohibits them from passing legislation enforcing immigration laws.

Cheers to the Governor of the Great State of Arizona!

Answer 3

That was just a political statement and you fell for it. Businesses are already required by federal law to do this. Making two identical laws that serve the same purpose is a political tool used to gain votes for the next election.

Answer 4

Arizona seems to breed pretty good politicians. Jeff Flake, an AZ rep in congress, is also fighting the power. Good for them. States should step up more anyway. The less power the feds the better. http://www.dryflypolitics.com

Answer 5

Does he call our representatives names?
Does he treat people as "guilty until proved innocent"?
Does he spread unfounded rumors about other representatives?

If not, he sounds GREAT!

Keep speaking up.