San Francisco Delays ID Card Program
Mayor Requests Review Of Program Providing Identification To All Regardless Of Legal Status
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San Francisco's policies toward illegal immigrants have come under intense scrutiny after it was revealed that a number of juvenile offenders were shielded from deportation because of the city's sanctuary policy. (AP Photo, File)
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Mayor Gavin Newsom requested last month that the ID card plan - closely watched by other cities considering similar initiatives - be suspended "until a thorough review has been completed," according to a letter sent to the city administrator.
"The mayor wants to proceed cautiously with this program to ensure that it complies with all applicable federal and state laws," Nathan Ballard, the mayor's spokesman, said Thursday.
The plan has provoked debate over the rights of immigrants, but Newsom has said he sees it as a practical move that will make it easier for San Francisco citizens to qualify for local services and for city government workers to determine who is eligible to receive them.
The law, which was scheduled to take effect at the end of August, was modeled after a program launched in New Haven, Connecticut. Similar initiatives are under consideration in New York City and Miami.
San Francisco's policies toward illegal immigrants have come under intense scrutiny after it was revealed that a number of juvenile offenders were shielded from deportation because of the city's sanctuary policy.
Newsom reversed the juvenile offender policy in May, but said he stood by the city's vow to shelter illegal immigrants who otherwise follow the law from deportation.
The ID card plan is the target of a lawsuit filed by the Washington-based Immigration Reform Law Institute, which argues that the city approved the program without accounting for the environmental impact that the influx of new immigrants would have on the city. City Attorney Dennis Herrera plans to ask a judge later this month to toss out the lawsuit.
By Associated Press Writer Jason Dearen
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Posted by deacon20081 at 08:55 AM : Sep 05, 2008
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having an ID does not infringe an illegal''s HUMAN RIGHTS but more on an issue of legality..YOU KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LEGAL AND ILLEGAL..HONEST PERSON AND DISHONEST PERSON..SOMETHING THAT YOU OBVIOUSLY DO NOT HAVE ANY GRASP.
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its funny..I even wonder if any of these illegals can actually AFFORD TO LIVE IN SAN FRAN.
I don''t understand why illegal immigrants should even be considered for ID cards. Do they have US birth certificates? I doubt it. I had to have my daughter''s birth certificate plus her school ID to get her an ID card and she is a US citizen!
The good people of NY smacked that down as San Fran should.
When are our leaders going to come to grips with the idea that we don''t want illegals here? When are they going to start acting in OUR best interests? Or better yet, in the countries best interests? Either way.
Last week would have been a good time to start.
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Please keep SF as a SANCTUARY CITY.
There are now several groups in Tucson that provide FREE transportation to illegals via a one-way ticket to SF. We believe this is a win-win-win situation: we get rid of the tax-dollar-sucking parasites and criminals in our community and SF gets to support these illegals and enjoy the crime and other good things they bring. So far, after over 300 "deportations" to SF, we continue to find that the illegals are eager to take our free transportation offer and enjoy the riches of a tax-payer-supported life in SF. For each deportation, Tucson tax payers save about $32,000 annually in costs of supporting illegals. So please, please, keep SF as a sanctuary city. You can afford it!
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Finally we are compromising.
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Posted by penskeone at 01:09 PM : Sep 05, 2008
On what? That breaking the law is ok? and you will be rewarded?
Oh that''s just great for a compromise!
Oh that''''s just great for a compromise!
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Posted by slim1h2o
What is you solution, Genius?
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Posted by penskeone at 01:22 PM : Sep 05, 2008
Well at least your calling me something other (and more accurate) than a nasty name, and thats a start. And you know my solution, go back home and enter the legal way. Pretty simple?
Well I would think so.
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Posted by nwarky1
You think we have the Manpower, Resources, and Funds to deport all 12 million (plus) illegal immigrants? Get Real! What world are you living in?
Well I would think so.
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Posted by slim1h2o
What makes you think that would work? (12 million people later).....
PPPHHHUUUUCCCKKKK all those filthy little burrito eatin, puta loving, midget assseedd illegals (and we know they are Mexs). I''''m tired of lookin at them.
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Posted by Elichez1
We should use you as target practice!
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Posted by penskeone at 02:45 PM : Sep 05, 2008
Well for once you''re right! We all know that Illegals in general, and Mexicans as a rule, can''t follow the rule of law.
Just look at their country, and if we allow it, this country will look the same.
If we allow it!
How do you figure "they bring in too much money to the US"? Have you ever seen how much of the money they make here gets shipped back to their familes in Mexico?
Just look at their country, and if we allow it, this country will look the same.
If we allow it!
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Posted by slim1h2o at
When you say "Mexicans", you are offending all Mexicans in General. You are making it a racial issue. Now you lost all your credibility. People like you call themselves Patriots, Great Americans, Minutemen, etc...Unfortunately for you, McCain and Obama both favor a Comprehensive Reform Bill.
How do you figure "they bring in too much money to the US"? Have you ever seen how much of the money they make here gets shipped back to their familes in Mexico?
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Posted by MyOpinion381
Illegals also purchase; Taco Bell, Radio Shack, a pair of shoes etc...They work for businesses who also pay taxes. If you are so worried about them not paying taxes, we should push Congress to pass a reform Bill to legalize them!
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Posted by Bob5ford
Now you want to blame Crime on Illegal Immigration.
I didn''t know illegals were the only people commiting crime.
When you say "Mexicans", you are offending all Mexicans in General. You are making it a racial issue. Now you lost all your credibility. People like you call themselves Patriots, Great Americans, Minutemen, etc...Unfortunately for you, McCain and Obama both favor a Comprehensive Reform Bill.
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Posted by penskeone at 03:24 PM : Sep 05, 2008
Mexicans are not not a race. Just like saying Americans are not a race, But a nationality. Do you not find white Americans? Do you not find Black Americans. Do you not find Asian Americans? They are all Americans, without a doubt.
It is you my friend that is the racist.
It''s an inconvenient truth that the Mexicans are the biggest perp. on crossing the border.
Just suck it up and deal with it.
And quit calling people names when you are losing a debate.
It''s very unbecoming.
Mexicans are not not a race. Just like saying Americans are not a race, But a nationality. Do you not find white Americans? Do you not find Black Americans. Do you not find Asian Americans? They are all Americans, without a doubt.
It is you my friend that is the racist.
It''''s an inconvenient truth that the Mexicans are the biggest perp. on crossing the border.
Just suck it up and deal with it.
And quit calling people names when you are losing a debate.
It''''s very unbecoming.
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Posted by slim1h2o
okay...
Why are we calling (As Americans) Barack Obama African American? Why are we calling Bill Richardson Mexican American?
Your a Fool if you think I''m gonna believe your little cheap racial hype!
Illegals are here! You Suck it up! Quit being a little sissy and worry about yourself.
McCain is right. We are a Nation of Whiners, and you are the biggest one!
Like a black folk would say "you sound like a bunch of ol'' cacklen a$$ biatches".
McCain is right. We are a Nation of Whiners, and you are the biggest one!
Like a black folk would say "you sound like a bunch of ol'''' cacklen a$$ biatches".
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Posted by penskeone at 03:49 PM : Sep 05, 2008
TSK TSK TSK
Is all I have to say about you. Except, You''re UnAmerican, and should be brought up on charges of Treason.
Good day to you!
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THE ILLEGAL ARE ROBBING AMERICA AS THEY HAVE ABOUT 10 ANCHOR CHILDREN AT ABOUT12,000 EACH AND TEN EQUAL 120,000, THEIR MONTHLY FOOD STAMP IS ABOUT 400 PER CHILD AND MOTHER SO 10 LITTLES ONES IS ANOTHER 48000 PER FAMILY, THE HOUSING IS ABOUT 500 PER MONTH WHICH IS ABOUT 6000 PER YEAR, THE EDUCATION IS ABOUT (HERE IN TEXAS 90,000 PER YEAR)ABOUT 75,000 PER CHILD PER YEAR FOR AT LEAST 12 YEARS AND SOMETIMES MORE. THE SCHOOL LUNCHES ACCORDING TO MY DAUGHTER (SHE WORKS AT FISD IN THE FREE LUNCH AND BREAKFAST ====SOME OR ASKING FOR A AFTERNOON MEAL AS WELL NOW) IS ABOUT 500 PER MONTH PER ILLEGAL ALIEN CHILD THE AVERAGE FAMILY IN HER SYSTEM IS 6 KIDS PER FAMILY. THE COST JUST KEEPS ADDING UP SO WE IN AMERICA CAN DO WITH OUT THE ILLEGAL, WHO DRED LIKE RATS AND STEAL LIKE A MEXICAN.......
FRANK
Posted by penskeone at 03:28 PM : Sep 05, 2008
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for every dollar they put in they take out a $100 on social services
Posted by lily1972 at 04:43 PM : Sep 05, 2008
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oh we got your reasoning..now add this to yours..SO IT MEANS WE NEED TO ADD SOMEBODY ELSE''S PROBLEM AS WELL???
hey a lot of people from all over the world are drug addicts as well..BRING THEM IN BECAUSE A LOT OF LIBERALS ARE DRUG ADDICTS..
you need a head check
How can they follow the law when just being here is illegal?
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by gatofeo
September 7, 2008 11:49 AM PDT
- Until we stop recognizing and defining by race, there will continue to be a racial problem in this country and the world.
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See all 33 CommentsYou think America is racist? Europe is 10 times worse. There, everyone with the slightest dark skin is a "North African." And "North Africans" are not thought kindly.
Let''s stop the titles, "African American" and "Mexican American." Heck, I don''t call myself a German/Belgian American, though that''s my ancestry.
As for San Francisco: It declared handgun ownership illegal. Even that souvenir Luger that grandpa brought home from the Battle of the Bulge is illegal. Even that .22 pistol that Dad carried on the farm.
Gun control doesn''t work. Never has.
Now, Friscoers want to open their arms to a group that has flagrantly violated the laws of the nation: illegal aliens. What part of "illegal" don''t you understand?
Time and again, Friscoers have insulted the American military with various proclamations calling for the removal or banning of military bases and missions.
Fine. When the big earthquake hits then Friscoers can depend upon illegal aliens to help them.
Don''t send the military to help.
And unarmed Friscoers will become prey to the roving bands of armed criminals that will take what they want, just like in New Orleans.
San Francisco is ruled by a politically correct dictatorship.
Spread the word: Don''t visit that city. And write the mayor why you''re boycotting it and any San Francisco products: Ghiardelli chocolate and some beers come to mind.