Because who in their right mind wants to be the new Arizona? And yes, I felt bad actually just typing that...
Two weeks ago, the AP reported that lawmakers or candidates in 18 states say they plan to push for legislation modeled after Arizona's SB 1070 when they go back into legislative sessions next year. Thanks to two Republicans here, Illinois has joined those ranks.Read more about the insanity.
Speaking at a Decatur press conference Thursday night, State Rep. Bill Mitchell (R-Forsyth) and Adam Brown, a Decatur city councilman and GOP candidate for the 101st Illinois House District, promised to push an enforcement-only immigration bill this winter.
