Thread: Arpaio supporters to hold march next weekend

by Associated Press (April 17th, 2012 @ 11:39am)

PHOENIX -- Backers of Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio will stage an upcoming march in Fountain Hills to show their appreciation for the sheriff and help support him at a time when he faces some of his toughest criticism.

The march will be held April 28.

Organizer Andi Bell says it's about time that someone hold a march or rally for the sheriff, given that anti-Arpaio protesters often demonstrate at the sheriff's events.

Arpaio has faced criticism for his office's inadequate investigations of hundreds of sex-crimes cases and for allegations by Justice Department that the sheriff's office has committed a wide range of civil rights violations.

Many Arpaio critics have recently called for the sheriff's resignation.

The sheriff has vehemently rejected resignation calls and is seeking a sixth term this year.

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