February 12, 2008
9450 W. Cabela Dr. Apt. 4174
Glendale, AZ 85305
Mr. Nilsson
Editor
The Arizona Republic
P.O. Box 2244
Phoenix, AZ 85002
Dear Mr. Nilsson,
Re: Articles dealing with speed cameras on Loop 101 and Intersections
Over the past couple of weeks I have been reading articles in the Arizona Republic concerning the speed cameras off of Loop 101 and intersections. The approach that our state proposes to us when it comes to speed cameras is that they are there to protect us. Protect, “we the people,” from tragic accidents caused by people speeding or running red lights. Protection? How is such protection? For the price of such so called protection, our money is being taken away from us. Who is to say that these cameras can aid in our safety?
Governor Janet Napolitano had said once 100 cameras are added, an estimated $90 million will be received in ticket revenue. Now that is not just pocket change we are talking about. How would you like it if you open up a letter in the mail and find out that it is a speeding ticket? I, a college student with piles of bills and loans, do not like it a bit. The state is merely making revenue on our expense.
Sincerely,
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