Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper. (David Zalubowski, The Associated Press)
Re: “Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper vetoes two red-light camera bills,” June 4 news story.
Hats off to Gov. John Hickenlooper for his veto of the attempt to ban red-light cameras and photo radar this year. I believe his veto showed that he was able to see that the ban was introduced and supported by politicians who wanted to gain votes at the expense of public safety.
It is understandable that this is an unpopular topic among many drivers; however, public safety should not be political. These systems when used correctly are proven to reduce crashes and injuries.
Laws must be made for the common good and not always for political popularity.
Dennis Smythe, Littleton
This letter was published in the June 9 edition.
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