Symbols of peace, guns outside Arizona hearing

July 22, 2010 10:52 AM
Associated Press

Hundreds of demonstrators are gathered outside the main federal courthouse in Phoenix, where a judge is hearing arguments about whether to block Arizona's tough new law targeting illegal immigration.

Dozens opposed to the measure carried paper doves attached to plants representing olive branches, a symbol of peace. Others beat on a drum while singing and dancing, and some drivers honked their horns as they passed.

Some supporters of the law waved signs and clutched American flags, and about a half dozen had handguns hanging from their hips.

Police officers in uniforms and plain clothes watched over the courthouse to make sure no one got out of line.

Overcast skies and a strong breeze gave everyone a break from typically searing heat, but rare humidity was making some sweaty and uncomfortable.

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