Second AZ lawmaker tells colleagues of threats over immigration (Minuteman types show their colors)

[Doondoo]

PHOENIX (AP) -- A state representative who has urged his colleagues to show restraint in what mandates they impose on businesses to help curb illegal immigration said Tuesday that he and his family have received threats in connection with the issue.

"I never thought that I would fear for my safety or the safety of my family when I took a seat in the Arizona House of Representatives," said Rep. Bill Konopnicki, a Safford Republican who owns several restaurants and other businesses.

"None of us should fear for our safety or of those we love," Konopnicki said during a floor speech. He paused several times during the speech to maintain his composure.

Konopnicki is the second Arizona legislator this year to publicly report receiving threats in connection with immigration and border issues.

Rep. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Phoenix, on Jan. 22 said she had received several sexually threatening e-mails in response to her bill that would make armed civil patrols an act of domestic terrorism.

Konopnicki cited a "poisonous atmosphere" regarding illegal immigration but said he would not be intimidated. "We need to vote our conscience," he said.



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[muntrv]

1. I say use the Patriot Act on these thugs making terrorist threats.

[proud2BlibKansan]

3. Cindy Sheehan got some threats in Crawford

and those who made them were arrested for - you guessed it - making terrorist threats.

[MisterP]

2. oo, that's how the SA got the Enabling Act passed