Speak Up: Pause on ICE facility brings out opinions
Here are some comments about stories happening in Surprise:
ICE facility delayed amid new environmental study request
“Most people arrested are not criminals and their cruel and inhuman treatment is not American.” — Deborah M.
“If they are here illegally, then they have committed a federal crime.” — Mike B.
“DHS does not say that it does not detain any illegal alien, other than violent felons. When law enforcement targets, drunk drivers, many other violators of the law, including felons, are apprehended.” — Chuck J.
“As per DHS website. 47% have been convicted of a crime. However, 60% have charges pending.” — Jake C.
“It matters who you vote for.” — Chas M.
City council write-in hopeful fighting against data center
“We need some women on that council. Let’s go!” — Kayla B.
“I just mailed in my vote for Chris Judd.” — Bridget M.
“The real question is she qualified. Who are you? What do you bring to the table? I hope it’s not just because you’re a woman. It’s so much deeper than that” — Bruce R.
“I guess she is one of the few people who wants to be involved in local government against the AI data center.” — Jonathan K.
How to cast your vote in the primary election in Surprise
“Don’t worry fellow Republicans: we’ve made it easier than ever to recall a Democrat, claim the election was stolen and introduce laws that make it easier to throw out votes.” — Michael P.
Opinion: Political signs blight Surprise landscape
“Not sure if this was written as a serious comment as political signs have been used in the USA for more than one hundred years and is an example of one using their First Amendment Right. They are informative especially to the casual voter. I actually forward to see the creativity of the person running for office.” — David S.
Surprise graduate is now crewman for Navy helicopters
“Congratulations on your achievement. Fly safe.” — Carol P.
Residents predict what city will be like in 50 years
“I just wanted to thank little Becky Tackett for her honest opinion when she was asked ‘What will Surprise look like in 50 years?’ I haven’t laughed that hard in a long time.” — Laura M.
