Thank you Governor Napolitano for veto HB 2807

Press Release - April 28, 2008

Phoenix, AZ – Congressional candidate Annie Loyd respectfully thanks Governor Napolitano for the veto of HB 2807.

“Our Governor has taken a courageous stand. There has been a great deal of pressure placed on our state to do the work of the federal government. Yet, it is essential that enforcement of federal law is kept within federal agencies.

“Furthermore, it is essential that local governments and local law enforcement feel supported in ensuring that the human rights and civil rights of their cities’ residents are respected by our state’s top official.

“This is a significant step and an indication the tide is shifting. Our community overwhelmingly supports rational, reasonable and respectful enforcement of our laws.

“Immigration is an administrative, not a criminal issue. In recent years, the trend has shifted toward treating immigration and immigrants as a criminal issue. This blurs our criminal justice system, compromises vital resources and minimizes serious crimes in our communities.

“It is of critical importance that Congress takes immediate action on the issue of border security and immigration. Local law enforcement agencies should not be financially responsible nor should have to assume the role of federal immigration enforcement. It undermines local law enforcement community relationships and makes it harder to engage in law enforcement activities that safeguard our communities.”

Letter to Sheriff Arpaio

Maricopa County Sheriff Arpaio

100 West Washington
Suite 1900
Phoenix, AZ 85003

April 29, 2008

Dear Sheriff Arpaio,

I am once again requesting a meeting with you.

In the article that appeared in the Arizona Republic on Sunday April 27, 2008 you stated, “I'll meet with anybody. Doesn't mean I'm going to change my policy, but at least I can give them my viewpoint, like you're giving me the opportunity to explain and I can explain it to them. But nobody wants to listen.”

I want to meet with you. You stated in the before mentioned article, “How do you solve the problem? I know how to solve a big part of the problem.” I want to listen to what you believe the solutions are regarding supporting law enforcement, increasing the safety in our communities, and upholding and ensuring the rights of all members of our society.

I want to know what you believe are the solutions that everyday citizens can do to make their communities safer and support the efforts of law enforcement.

I want to listen.

Thank you,

Respectfully submitted

Annie Loyd

Candidate US Congress District 3 Arizona

PO Box 55386

Phoenix, AZ 85078

602-909-0409

annie@annieloyd.com

*this letter was sent via email and through regular mail service on April 28, 2008

Peace On Earth day Celebration

Peace On earth day was celebrated at Steele Indian School Park, Phoenix, AZ on Sunday April 27th.

"Peace is not the absence of violence rather it is a community educated with and utilizing the tools of conflict resolution and non-violent communication to resolve the ever persistent challenges that arise," stated Annie at the opening of the celebration.

"It was a wonderful experience to stand with students from all over the world, Republicans, Democrats and independents and bring forth a message of opportunity."

I hope all will join us as the work continues at the gathering of the Student Peace Alliance fundraiser on Tuesday April 29th from 4:30 -7 p.m. at the McDonald's at Tatum and Cactus.

While we were at the event we listened to many of the participants express their desire for peace. The time is now for bringing the solutions to the forefront and highlight what is working.

I support focusing our efforts on creating a Department of Peace because it is time to put our energies towards the proven solutions instead of continuing to fund failures.