I read the article in the Yuma Sun regarding Gov. Brewer’s willingness to let the payday loan industry remain in business. Her views seem to indicate that this is an acceptable industry despite how the public feels.

I do not believe Gov. Brewer when she stated her view on the payday loan industry was not affected by the fact that close advisers to her re-election campaign are on the payroll of the lenders. I am very disappointed in her biased actions.

She also mentioned that she would probably never need or use this industry. Of course she would never need this industry to finance her needs because she makes very good money. These companies are used by desperate people who have no credit or other choice.

How can Gov. Brewer reason that these greedy companies should stay in business? This shows she does not care about the people forced to use these companies. So many people of Arizona have lost so much. Gov. Brewer, don’t let your voters be used and cheated again and again.

Keep in mind the voters of Arizona do not want the payday loan industry here and they voted against the payday lenders.

When asked how she voted on the industry-financed initiative last year, she responded “I don’t recall.” It sounds like she has a selective memory problem.

All the responses from her regarding the payday lenders was favorable to them. She doesn’t seem to care what the voters want. As governor, she should be listening to the voters.

The Attorney General’s Office filed suit against a major payday lender in Arizona accusing the firm of collection practices designed to defraud hundreds of borrowers, especially those living in rural areas. Two of these companies are located in Yuma (taken from the Dec. 5 Yuma Sun).

I will not vote for Gov. Brewer and I doubt she will be re-elected governor of Arizona.

Please, voters of Arizona, write your elected officials and let your views be known. Gov. Brewer does not have the best interest of the voters at heart. Only her interests count with her.

ALICE I. REDWINE
Yuma

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