Use A Spanish Word, Go to Jail!

We have reported previously on local governments passing “anti-illegal immigration” ordinances, with Hazelton, PA’s probably being the most well-known.  We also have sought to link the rise in hate crimes against Latinos with the “blame game” played in cities that have passed such laws. Now, Springfield, Tennessee city officials are loudly complaining about Latinos using public parks (and speaking Spanish) on the weekend.  The public officials apparently believe that most Latinos who speak spanish are “illegal aliens” and want them all locked up.  For a television news story on the controversy, click here.

KJ