Los Suns Jersey Protest: NBA Phoenix Suns, Immigration Bill

WHOOOOOOO LOS SUNS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I say applause to Officer Webster and kudos to our Governor. It’s sad to say that we as a state have reached the point that we needed a “law” to enforce “the law” and that is what 1070 is all about. For the “Phoenix” Suns to take the stance they have adopted well they should be ashamed of themselves and so should the NBA for allowing this to occur. We attend a sports event to enjoy a sports event; we attend a political rally to voice our opinions. The “Phoenix” Suns are a basketball team and not politicians, let’s face it, none of them would take the pay cut to be in politics and don’t get me started on how Canadian resident Steve Nash can be a spokes person as to what laws an American Governor enacts to protect their citizens.

I am also a suns fan since the same time period. But this BS law is going to open the doors for Phoenix's "finest" among the other cities to racially profile every hispanic looking person in the valley, let's not pretend that they won't. I am proud of what the Suns are doing, and I am going to buy a Los Suns jersey, I am ashamed of our state right now and I am a true native. But lets just call it what it is, this law is directed towards hispanics and Phoenix PD, and Maricopa County Sheriff don't really have the best reputation around the valley, now do they. So you know some LEOs will definitely racial profile. And illegal immigration does not bring crime with it. Some illegals do commit acts of crime as well as citizens so lets not go there. I DO NOT support 1070!!

"Every citizen of Phoenix that I have come in contact with is against illegal immigration and the crime that comes along with it."The only crime that comes along with illegal immigration is corporate exploitation of immigrants.Let me ask you this- how often is it that you and your fellow officers on the Phoenix police force will interrogate someone under the suspicion of illegal immigration from Sweden?  Canada?  Anyone who has a white complexion?SB1070 is far from immigration reform, it's blatantly racist legislation.When Jeb Bush, Tom Ridge, and Karl Rove have expressed discomfort with this legislation, you know it's fascism...

Give me a break Brian...this is Phx PDs opportunity to have the green light to do what they have been doing for years, as well as Marciopa Sheriff..I'm an AZ native and I am ashamed of my state right now. The Suns are not sending any negative message, i'm proud of them 1070 is exactly a Hispanic/Latino issue, because thats who is targeted here, lets be honest. And illegal immigration does not bring crime with it all the time. Yes there are illegals committing crimes but so are citizens, bad people come from all over not just from another country...now i need to find me a Los Suns jersey!!.......GO SUNS!!!!

Right on Brian! I wonder if Sarver, Nash, Kerr, or any member of the Los Suns that willingly don that jersey in protest of the very constitutional law have ever bothered to read said law; especially the part where it very explicitly outlaws racial profiling. Allow me to quote... ahem "A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL OR AGENCY OF THIS STATE OR A COUNTY, CITY, TOWN OR OTHER POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THIS STATE MAY NOT SOLELY CONSIDER RACE, COLOR OR NATIONAL ORIGIN IN IMPLEMENTING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS SUBSECTION EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY THE UNITED STATES OR ARIZONA CONSTITUTION." I'm not one to quickly jump on a boycott but I'm seriously considering boycotting Los Suns in light of their blatant ignorance. My prayers go out for all Arizonans as they deal with this very sensitive problem, especially since our national politicians seem to have punted this issue and left them no choice.

Illegal immigrants are ruining our country by depleting the infrastructure put in place to help those who are true citizens of the United States. It sickens me to hear all of the ignorant and uninformed scum who moan and protest what is right and in accordance with the laws of our land. The Phoenix Suns should concentrate on basketball and leave politics and law to those who are better suited to address these issues. They run the risk of losing support of the public who ultimately pay their salaries, I for one will never watch or attend another Suns game. This is America, come here and do it legally or stay out! Try going to a foreign country by sneaking in and trying to take advantage of free government programs and see how far you get. The vast majority of Americans support this legislation and want to put a stop to illegal immigration once and for all. Shame on the Phoenix Suns.

Good for the Suns! 1070 is an sham - institutionalized racism and hypocracy. We are all immigrants in this country except for Native People. Shame on Arizona. Go Suns, indeed!

I am boycotting the rest of the Suns games... what a bunch of idiots. Why don't they read the bill first, its only 16 pages long.This issue means a lot more to the locals then a stupid basketball team. I hope many more decide to let the Suns know this is BS. Stick to Basketball and leave the politics to the people those who actually attended class.

I couldn't be more depressed that my beloved Suns have decided to GO POLITICAL.  70% of Phoenicians support 1070.  So what, say Nash, Kerr & Sarver.  LET THEIR OPINIONS BE KNOWN!!! Screw the "ignorant" public. Have they READ the bill? Do they realize that the same law has existed on the Federal level since the '50's? What a bunch of RICH, AROGANT, ELITISTS.

I will not watch the Suns tonight or any other night until they remove the los. Its a problem down here wake up USA and the Suns. And I love the Basketball playoffs. I like to relax and watch sports and don't want the politics involved.      

I can;t believe half the BS I am reading here!!! Exuse me but the Phoenix Suns are HUMAn and they have every every right to express their political opinions!!! Arizona is such a racist state and its so sad that racism continues to be a part of this great country. There are other ways to deal with crime, and just to inform those of you that are For SB 1070, Crime does not come just from the illegal immigrants!! It comes from EVERYONE!!! And just remember, this country was formed by Immigrants.......maybe you guys need to go back to school and get educated some more.

Much respect to Los Suns. I haven't been a follower of this team in the past, but I am more than willing to take the place of a defecting fan who supports SB 1070.

I glady welcome anyone of any skin color that wants to come to this Country LEGALLY.  Meaning they come here and they pay taxes like the rest of us, payroll deductions for benefits like the majority of us.  If you want to embrace America, do it legally.  I cannot tolerate the idea that people come here Illegally (which still is defined as: against the law).  They, although not legeal...the end up with medical, other benefit/handouts, and an education that everyone else's tax dollars paid for. They do take jobs for alot less per hour, but they do not have to factor in taxes, payroll deductions for medical, etc...you can see HOW they can.  A legal persons $16.00/hour after deductions is nearing equilibrium with what an illegal works for. People argue that illegal immigration does not bring crime with it...are you kidding...it was originated with a crime...remember, illegal is AGAINST THE LAW. Illegal is illegal no matter the skin color...but sorry, Canada, Ireland, Scotland, Australia, China, Japan...etc...does not seem to have a big influx of individuals coming here ILLEGALLY (which means against the law, by the way).  Sports and entertainment are are a medium by which we relax and enjoy life.  I believe a team can have their opinions and beliefs as individuals...but just shut up and play ball for the fans that want to see ball.  If we want to see politics...we can tune into a debate or c-span!

I'm a Mexican-American, and I DO NOT support SB1070.  It violates MY civil rights, and I do have rights because I was born in the US.  I don't want to be walking down the street and an officer ask me for my papers just because he THINKS I'm am illegal because of the color of my skin.  That means I have to carry my birth certificate at all times, do white americans carry theirs?  NO!  Us, that don't support the bill, are NOT supporting ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION..we are simple stating that we have every right to be in this country without racial profiling.  And just for the color of my skin, I do not get paid the same amount as a white american.  Come ON people, THIS BILL welcome racist people to speak against all races, despite their LEGAL status.  A white american told me he would have the RIGHT to KILL any MEXICAN, because that is protecting his country.  WHAT?  Is this what AMERICA is becoming?  There are many people that needs to READ the bill and UNDERSTAND the bill before they speak.  AGAIN THE REASON I'M AGAINST IT IS BECAUSE IT VIOLATES MY 4TH AMENDMENT RIGHT.

Have any of you idiotic morons actually taken the time to read the bill. It is only 16 pages long. Do we as citizens of the United States, while traveling to a foreign country, not have to produce papers if asked.  With regard to my first statement, I assume you can read.