Nebraska Town Approves Ban on Hiring or Renting to Illegal Immigrants
Residents of Fremont, Nebraska, on Monday voted in favor of a measure that makes it illegal to harbor, hire, or rent property to an illegal immigrant.
The Associated Press reported moments ago:
The special election in Fremont on Monday was the latest proposal in a series of immigration regulations taken up by communities around the country. About 57 percent of voters supported the measure, which is expected to be challenged in court.
Supporters say the measure is needed to make up for what they see as lax federal law enforcement. Opponents fear it could fuel discrimination.
According to local paper the Fremont Tribune, turnout was high:
Read more: http://newsbusters.org/blogs/noel-sheppard/2010/06/21/breaking-nebraska-town-approves-ban-hiring-or-renting-illegal-immigrants#ixzz0tg1496IL
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Mon, 06/21/2010 - 22:29 ET
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
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