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Bellingham Sanctuary City…I don’t have to move!
When I first heard about the notion that the City of Bellingham was looking at being a sanctuary city for AWOL service persons…I wigged. I thought wow, another “romantic” idea that the city is pursuing…stupid romantic idea that would keep our police from arresting military personnel who were AWOL. Breaking military law. Federal offense.
I had heard about it on KISM, came home and googled all I could about it. At the time, I found nothing that would make me think the City Counsel was actually going to support the notion. Thank God! I didn’t want to move to another city. But I would have! Right after I gave the counsel a piece of my mind. Why would we give a hall pass to someone who broke federal law by refusing to fulfill the commitment they signed on for? And how much federal funding would we lose for this ridiculous idea?
I agree that something needs to be done about the contract. Should the Government be able to “call-up” those that have fulfilled their 4,6,8 years? Perhaps these WWU students should spend their time on that issue?
I do not agree that any City funds were paid for the meeting these students requested. Here is a link to read about that meeting. I for one am proud of Bellingham residents. We won’t take this one sitting down.
As a side note: Apparently WWU students need some balance and a reality check. I guess when you take away a fleet of football players, and pep rallies, football games…there is a shift in the make up of the school. hmmmmm Something to think about!
