Monday, March 31, 2008

Mesa Police Chief George Gascon too liberal for Mesa


Mesa Chief of Police George Gascon has proven to be a disappointment. He doesn't represent the majority of the people who live in Mesa. First he insisted on a sanctuary city policy for Mesa police officers, even though Mesa is possibly the most conservative city in the state and its residents are deeply concerned about enforcing illegal immigration laws. Gascon criticizes Sheriff Arpaio for arresting illegal immigrants, saying, "Arpaio can’t keep jails open and operating, but he arrests cooks and gardeners."

Now Gascon wants to raise Mesa property taxes. "I would propose there be a primary property tax," he said, which he would direct to pay for more law enforcement (for what reason? it's not like he needs additional officers to arrest illegal immigrants). This position also conflicts with the will of Mesa voters, who elect some of the most conservative officials in the state like Rep. Russell Pearce and Sen. Karen Johnson. Law enforcement funding should come from existing sources of revenue from the legislature, federal grants, or other avenues, not from new additional taxes. Gascon doesn't represent the City of Mesa well and would be better off as police chief of a more liberal city like Boston or San Francisco.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

What did you expect when you hired a cop from sanctuary city Los Angeles?

Anonymous said...

Do not accept tax increases. Sadly, there is a way to stop the influx rather easily. Placing landmines will put a halt to all illegal immigration. Write your senate.

Anonymous said...

What you expected was a proactive police chief - and you got one. If you're going to go after illegals, then the Federal Government needs to reimburse Mesa and other cities for their failure to seal the borders. It's that simple. You don't like George, no problem. However, illegal immigrants will continue to be a problem for Mesa and other Cities long after George - and you are gone.

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry, I forgot to add the point that if you don't like George, no problem. Send him back to LA. We would love to have him back! He'd be a natural replacement for Bratton once he leaves. You guys can find another Joe. Or better yet, let him take over both agencies. His ego is big enough for it.

Anonymous said...

I am so glad we have George Gascon as a police chief. I have been a resident of Mesa for over 7 years and am glad he is here to enforce the laws, and not promote his politics as Arpaio has.

Anonymous said...

Well, too liberal for Mesa means he will be Giuliani for San Francisco. We need someone to crack down too.