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Title: Governor Joe Arapio
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Washington Independent
URL Source: http://washingtonindependent.com/68714/governor-joe-arpaio
Published: Dec 8, 2009
Author: Matthew DeLong
Post Date: 2009-12-08 23:35:06 by Thor
Keywords: None
Views: 1585
Comments: 78
Here are some stark — if not entirely surprising — numbers from the latest Rasmussen Reports poll of the 2010 Arizona gubernatorial race. Out of four potential Republican contenders, anti-illegal immigration crusader and Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio is the only one who leads the likely Democratic front-runner Terry Goddard, the state’s popular attorney general, in a head-to-head match-up. A new Rasmussen Reports telephone survey of Arizona voters finds Arpaio, famed for his crackdowns on illegal immigrants, leading Goddard, the state’s current attorney general, by 12 points – 51% to 39%. Seven percent (7%) prefer some other candidate, and four percent (4%) are undecided. According to the survey, Goddard leads Republican Gov. Jan Brewer by a comfortable nine-point margin, and Goddard is virtually tied with State Treasurer Dean Martin. Brewer is the only one of the possible candidates who is officially in the race. With numbers like this, could Arpaio be enticed to run for governor? And could he win? Rumors have been swirling in Arizona for the past few months that Arpaio is mulling a gubernatorial bid, fueled by his antipathy for Goddard. The 77-year-old Arpaio was first elected in 1992, and he won re-election in 2008 by a commanding 13-point margin, with 55 percent of the vote. During that race, Arpaio raised more than $600,000 — an eye-popping sum for a countywide election. Effectively a modern-day political boss, “Sheriff Joe” is well-known for his heavy-handed tactics to combat illegal immigration and bragging about the harsh conditions in county detention facilities. He has launched investigations of numerous political opponents, including Goddard, Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon, Maricopa County Supervisor Mary Rose Wilcox, the Phoenix New Times and the Maricopa County Superior Court. While Arpaio remains extremely popular in Maricopa County — the home of Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe accounts for approximately 61 percent of Arizona’s population — Goddard has already proven himself in statewide races, having been elected attorney general in 2002, and re-elected in 2006 with 60 percent of the vote (pdf). A poll released last month by the ASU Cronkite School of Journalism and KAET found Arpaio had a 61 percent approval rating among Maricopa County voters, while the same survey found 55 percent of Arizona voters approve of Goddard’s performance. Arizona has been trending Democratic in recent years, but a Gallup poll from January found party identification in the state was essentially a dead heat, and one would be hard-pressed to find anybody in Arizona without a strong opinion about Arpaio. All of this seems to confirm Rasmussen’s findings: If Arpaio got into the race against Goddard, he would stand a pretty good chance of winning. It’s also a safe bet that Arpaio would raise a lot of money from out-of-state illegal immigration opponents. The Obama administration has already clashed with Arpaio on a couple of occasions. In March, the Justice Department announced it was opening an investigation into allegations of racial profiling and unlawful searches and seizures, and last month Arpaio was stripped of his authority to enforce federal immigration laws under the controversial 287(g) program. But if the Justice Department thought Arpaio was a handful as sheriff of Maricopa County, just imagine what he could do with control of the state’s Department of Public Safety, and Republicans in control of both houses of the state legislature.
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#1. To: Thor (#0)
Lew Rockwell of the Ron Paul News letter is against Sheriff Joe. Says his methods are too authoritarian.
Ok, why do I care what Lew Rockwell thinks? IFyour opinions are dictated by what Lew Rockwell says than you need to learn to think for yourself. Stand up for your nation and people.
Because Lew Rockwell is a close ally of a man that has many followers. If my posting this make you uneasy, you need to stay off all political discussion boards. http://www.lewrockwell.com/blog/lewrw/archives/43533.html As Mark Thornton of the Mises Institute has pointed out, the immigration “crisis” — a by-product of the Fed’s financial bubble — is subsiding. This doesn’t mean, however, that we’ll soon see an end to the police state abuses supposedly intended to “secure our borders.” Those abuses have been tolerated and even applauded by conservatives whose idea of “freedom” is a police state within secure borders. You know, like North Korea. To authoritarian conservatives of that ilk, the demented thug known as Sheriff Joe Arpaio is a folk hero. Sure, people regularly die in Arpaio’s custody, his deputies can brazenly commit acts of theft in open court, he’s chummy with neo-Nazis, and his corruption has cost the taxpayers of Maricopa County plenty — but, hey, at least he’s beating back the Brown Peril, so he must be a good guy.
So you oppose Arpaio because Lew Rockwell who supported Ron Paul opposes him? Are you a tool or something?
I love Sheriff Joe. He wins and I will move from California to Arizona. Are you an idiot?
No, you're an idiot.
No you are.
Hit, nail head. It will always defend illegal immigration using straw.
Yes.....I think maybe Micheal Steele or Lindsay Gayham types might be better. We can't have anyone with a "set" running anything afterall......
Death to everybody who does not get outta my way.
Ron Paul would have and has had no effect on Illegals. He is a States Rights advocate. He would do nothing about California's or any other sanctuary states that defies federal immigration law.
Last I checked, this isn't a thread about Ron Paul, if you support Ron Paul and oppose Joe Arpaio than do so. But if you are going to argue, you have to come up with a better argument than Lew Rockwell says so. Otherwise leave this thread.
I'm no RP follower WS. What I like of him (alot) is torched to the ground by his (few) oddball but highly dangerous anarchist/libertarian/head in the sand foreign policy positions. Sheriff Joe gets a big thumbs up from me tho.
Death to everybody who does not get outta my way.
Are you a moderator, Thor?
What's the difference between Racism_Boot's mouth and anal pore? There isn't any, they both spew gas and feces.
I started the thread, and I don't appreciate idiots polluting it with crap.
IMO, we've had enough PC crap. Sheriff Joe is a true red, white and blue Patriotic American!
What's the difference between Racism_Boot's mouth and anal pore? There isn't any, they both spew gas and feces.
Well what you do or don't appreciate doesn't matter much unless you are a site owner or dictator. Learn to live with it or start your own site.
What's the difference between Racism_Boot's mouth and anal pore? There isn't any, they both spew gas and feces.
You better start to live with the fact I will call idiots idiots and that I will tell them to get off my threads if they want to pollute it with stupidity. LEarn to live with it or don't read my threads.
Spot on Joe A!! ....and the tagline befits Liberty Flame's resident dirtro gasbag perfectly:)
Death to everybody who does not get outta my way.
I read and post what I please until I'm banned. If you don't like it, TSDS!
What's the difference between Racism_Boot's mouth and anal pore? There isn't any, they both spew gas and feces.
right back at you pal.
I'm not your pal, but if you're lonely I'll communicate with you. Tis the season!
What's the difference between Racism_Boot's mouth and anal pore? There isn't any, they both spew gas and feces.
No I would rather not. The dislike is clearly mutual, so I would rather not talk with you.
Suit yourself. What dislike, Thor? Are you overwhelmed with hatred? I'm in a jolly good mood. Tis the Season! There is a reason.
What's the difference between Racism_Boot's mouth and anal pore? There isn't any, they both spew gas and feces.
He only gets 51%?? It only shows you how phucked up this country has become when a man who makes enforcing the law his prime motivating cause in life can't get 80%.
Says his methods are too authoritarian. Lew Rockwell (never trust anyone name "Lew" by the way) is a libertarian ASS of the highest degree. Now I know why you're so frequently wrong Whitesands, you listen to that moron.
He is a States Rights advocate. He would do nothing about California's or any other sanctuary states that defies federal immigration law. LOL! Whitey, you're such a knucklehead!
This wanker doesn't deserve his current job, never mind that office. I'm sure glad he's 77 and not 47.
Screw Lew Rockwell and Ron Paul then. It's the people of Maricopa County's opinion that matters, not anyone else's. They're the ones who keep re-electing him. He's the only one willing to continue to do his job regardless of threats from the Feds. We need many more Sheriff Joes around here. I wish we could clone him. If Cochise County could get a Sheriff like Joe, we'd be in good hands. Instead, we have the crooked Sheriff Dever - If Joe runs for Governor, he will get my vote.
Happy Birthday Jesus! Merry Christmas everyone!
Screw you too.
Happy Birthday Jesus! Merry Christmas everyone!
Thanks for the offer, love. But not today, STD worries from strangers make me less then willing to take you up on that. Thanks anyway however, though you might try querying Tiger Woods.
Mark Thornton is an idiot. He obviously has no idea what he's talking about - or he believes the Government when they tell him that. It is all lies. The immigration crisis is not a by-product of the Fed's financial bubble - the immigration crisis helped CAUSE that bubble. The crisis is NOT subsiding. Anyone who tries to tell you our borders are secure now is a LIAR. Anyone who tells you the fence called for by the Secure Fence Act is a LIAR. Anyone who tells you the illegals are all going home on their own is a LIAR. Anyone who tells you the illegal alien traffic coming to the US has slowed down is a LIAR. COUNT 112 BORDER INTRUDERS AT ONE TIME IN THIS VIDEO Happy Birthday Jesus! Merry Christmas everyone!
November 09 - Over 310 border intruders - new trails monitored Happy Birthday Jesus! Merry Christmas everyone!
I'm doing my part. A friend who is a Mexican national has had trouble finding a job until tree planting season, so I'm letting him park his trailer in the back yard to hold him over until then. He is a decent chap and a good friend, so I am always willing to help him stay in the area. ;-D
He's younger then me and quite a bit more charming. Perhaps he could help you get over your disappointment at my first response to you? Always willing to help of course. Just let me know.
You are aiding and abetting criminals. He's not a decent chap. He doesn't pay taxes - he abuses the system - he is an identity thief - and he abandoned his family. You are a criminal.
Happy Birthday Jesus! Merry Christmas everyone!
Dave Gibson -- The Examiner -- December 4, 2009 Dave Gibson -- The Examiner -- December 1, 2009 Dave Gibson -- The Examiner -- November 20, 2009 WPEC-TV -- West Palm Beach -- November 18, 2009 Dave Gibson -- The Examiner -- November 17, 2009 WKBT-TV -- La Crosse, Wisc. -- November 17, 2009 White Plains Journal News -- November 10, 2009 Yuma Sun -- November 7, 2009 There is a reason why we can not just let any Jose or Margarita come across the border. There is a reason why immigrants need to be screened - no matter what country they come from. No - I'm not disappointed in you - I always knew you were an Obama-loving, criminal illegal alien assisting piece of crap. I hope your neighbors report you for your illegal activity.
Happy Birthday Jesus! Merry Christmas everyone!
Actually, as the Eugene Springfield area is mostly Euro ethnic, it has been a pleasure seeing the influx of Latinos and Latinas locally. He does pay taxes and has a green card as he has extended family members who are U.S. citizens. I heartily support amnesty proposals for immigrants from the south in any event. I have many amigos and amigas locally and enjoy the company of all North and South Americans who come here. ;-) As for the criminal thingie, I am an anarchist, so what's your point? With all due respect, mind you.
Which ones do you refer to? The ones cultivating cannabis, or those who don't?
Awww isn't that sweet, Laura Bush baked you a globalist Christmas pie!
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#2. To: WhiteSands (#1)
#3. To: Thor (#2)
(Edited)
November 23, 2009
Joe Arpaio’s Amerika
#4. To: WhiteSands (#3)
#5. To: Thor (#4)
(Edited)
#6. To: WhiteSands (#5)
#7. To: WhiteSands (#5)
#8. To: Thor (#4)
Are you a tool or something?
#9. To: WhiteSands (#1)
Says his methods are too authoritarian.
#10. To: e_type_jag (#9)
(Edited)
#11. To: WhiteSands (#10)
#12. To: WhiteSands (#10)
Ron Paul would have and has had no effect on Illegals.
#13. To: All, *Border Invasion* (#7)
#14. To: Thor, WhiteSands (#11)
Otherwise leave this thread.
#15. To: Ibluafartsky (#14)
#16. To: e_type_jag, WhiteSands (#12)
Sheriff Joe gets a big thumbs up from me tho.
#17. To: Thor (#15)
I started the thread, and I don't appreciate idiots polluting it with crap.
#18. To: Ibluafartsky (#17)
#19. To: Ibluafartsky (#16)
IMO, we've had enough PC crap. Sheriff Joe is a true red, white and blue Patriotic American!
#20. To: Thor (#18)
You better start to live with the fact
#21. To: Ibluafartsky (#20)
#22. To: Thor (#21)
right back at you pal.
#23. To: Ibluafartsky (#22)
#24. To: Thor (#23)
No I would rather not. The dislike is clearly mutual, so I would rather not talk with you.
#25. To: Thor (#0)
#26. To: WhiteSands (#1)
ew Rockwell of the Ron Paul News letter is against Sheriff Joe.
#27. To: WhiteSands (#10)
Ron Paul would have and has had no effect on Illegals.
#28. To: Thor (#0)
#29. To: WhiteSands (#1)
Lew Rockwell of the Ron Paul News letter is against Sheriff Joe.
#30. To: Ferret Mike (#28)
#31. To: mel (#30)
#32. To: WhiteSands (#3)
As Mark Thornton of the Mises Institute has pointed out, the immigration “crisis” — a by-product of the Fed’s financial bubble — is subsiding.
#33. To: All (#32)
12/03/09 - 112 border intruders NEW
12/03/09 - 59 border intruders NEW
12/03/09 - 33 border intruders NEW
12/03/09 - 55 border intruders NEW
12/03/09 - 59 border intruders NEW
#34. To: mel (#33)
#35. To: mel (#33)
#36. To: Ferret Mike (#34)
#37. To: Ferret Mike (#35)
NOLA.com -- New Orleans -- December 5, 2009
Human trafficking arrest uncovers sordid secret in Kenner
Authorities who raided the nondescript, single-story double at 239 Baylor Place in Kenner on Wednesday found an American flag displayed across the porch and a shockingly sordid secret in one of the bedrooms. -- A bordello of sorts was uncovered where resident Leonarda Martinez [likely an illegal alien] allegedly charged men $400 to have sex with women...
Illegal alien charged with molesting 13-year-old girl
Gabriel Alfonso Gil-Tzun, 23, has been charged by police in Novato, Calif., with lewd and lascivious acts on a minor. He is also facing multiple charges, as he allegedly molested the 13-year-old girl on several occasions. -- Novato police Lt. Rich Hill said the arrest is the result of an investigation which began several months ago...
'Brazilian national' accused of raping boy in department store
On Tuesday, police in Sturbridge, MA arrested Francisco Wellington Barros-Gomes, 26 at the J.C Penney's department store on Route 131. He has been charged with the forcible rape of a child, after allegedly attacking him in one of the store's dressing rooms...
Invader in Minnesota sentenced for raping 14-year-old girl
A few days ago, after pleading guilty to first-degree criminal sexual conduct, Benjamin Delacruz Ajqui was sentenced to 12 years in prison for the rape of a 14-year-old girl. The attack took place this past summer, amidst a pastoral setting in central Minnesota...
Cops search for alleged illegal alien child rapist
The search is on in Boynton Beach for a man police desperately want to find. -- They say he's a danger to the community, especially to children. -- He's accused of disgusting crimes against children, committing them over and over again for the past three years. [The alleged perp is Margarito Andres of Boynton Beach.]
Therapy dog helps young girl testify against illegal aliens who raped her
On October 30, illegal aliens Juan Hernandez-Monzalvo, 25, and Richard Morales-Marin, 24, were found guilty by an Orange County, FL jury of kidnapping and sexual battery, along with other charges. -- On February 5, 2009, the 11-year-old girl was walking to school when she was grabbed by the two Mexican nationals...
Illegal alien sentenced for raping girl near Melrose
St. Cloud, Minn. -- A 22-year-old [illegal alien... criminal] has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for raping a teenage girl who was riding a bicycle on the Lake Wobegon Regional Trail near Melrose last summer. -- Benjamin Delacruz Ajqui previously pleaded guilty in Stearns County District Court to first-degree criminal sexual conduct.
Suspected illegal alien in Brewster sexually abused boy, 8
Brewster, NY -- A 24-year-old village man suspected of being in the United States illegally was arrested on a felony charge after he was accused of sexually abusing an 8-year-old boy, police said. -- The boy told a doctor during an Oct. 30 appointment that he had been sexually abused, according to a release from the Putnam County Sheriff's Office...
Border Patrol arrests illegal alien sex fiend
U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Yuma Sector arrested a convicted sex offender in Kingman on Wednesday who was in the country illegally. -- According to Agent Michael Lowrie, at about 2 p.m., the Arizona Department of Public Safety called the Yuma Sector's Blythe Station and said they had a "possible illegal alien" in their custody... [See Crime Watch]
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#39. To: mel (#37)
"I hope your neighbors report you for your illegal activity."
#40. To: Ferret Mike (#28)
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