Official Statement-AZ Tourism Industry: "Deeply Concerned About The Repercussions Of 1070"

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Official Statement:
The Tourism Industry is deeply concerned about the repercussions that will result from the debate
around Senate Bill 1070. Arizona tourism is currently in a very fragile state of recovery and the negative
perceptions surrounding this legislation are tarnishing Arizona’s image and could easily have a
devastating effect on visitation to our state.

The Tourism Industry was not part of the development of this legislation, but unfortunately is certain to
experience the unintended consequences of the economic backlash. As we’ve seen many times in recent
years, tourism is being used as leverage for a political issue with no direct connection to our industry.
Instead of driving our state’s economy even further into decline and punishing the 200,000 families who
rely on tourism for their livelihoods, we proudly ask all Arizonans’ to support the diverse and global
workforce that comprises the Tourism Industry and to invite friends, family, associations and businesses
to visit and experience Arizona firsthand.

more:
http://www.azhla.com/associations/1066/files/Immigration%20talking%20points%20with%20logos.pdf