Thursday, May 06, 2010

Governor Jan Brewer's response to the sports boycott talk in an ESPN.com exclusive






Economic boycotts are an inappropriate and historically harmful response to an issue that deserves proper public debate and discussion.


Inevitably, sports fans and teams all over the nation have developed an opinion on the passage of the Senate Bill 1070 – whatever that opinion may be.


Nevertheless, proving history right, aggravation has led to protests in some areas.


Ballparks are not a place for violence, and boycotts are sure to backfire. Arizona, when I put down my signature, I did it in the best interest of our state and our nation. As your governor, I am committed to holding any and all law enforcement officials accountable, should they violate the law due to racial discrimination.


Supporters, I am asking for your help – help to fend off the mistaken and ill-advised words that the opposing public is voicing on ESPN. Visit ESPN and set the record straight!




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