ftriznxta $12112 fienette February 24, 2014 The Honorable Janice K. Brewer Governor of the State of Arizona 1700 West Washington, Floor Phoenix, AZ 85007 Dear Governor Brewer: At the core of our great nation's foundation is the principle of religious freedom and tolerance. As Arizona State Senators, we have sought to defend and safeguard these constitutionally guaranteed liberties against any erosion. The state legislature has recently passed SBIO62, exercise of religion; state action, which is intended to protect all individuals' free exercise of their religious beliefs. While our sincere intent in voting for this bill was to create a shield for all citizens' religious liberties, the bill has instead been mischaracterized by its opponents as a sword for religious intolerance. These allegations are causing our state immeasurable harm. As Arizona leaders we feel it is important to loudly proclaim that we strongly condemn discrimination in any form. We must send a clear message that Arizona is a state that values religious tolerance and protects and values each individual's ability to follow the dictates of their own conscience. We respectfully ask that you veto Sincerely, Senatorv Adam Dr s, District 28 Senator Steve Pierce, District Senator Bob District 2