The Arizona Republic printed my letter this past Tuesday. It won't change the tide but at least may help provide some perspective and balance to the scared-y cats.
Memo to Mexi-phobes: Rocky Point is still pretty much the same safe place it has always been. While it is no longer a sleepy fishing town, it is still relatively quiet and very welcoming to spring breakers. The drug war problems in Tijuana and Nogales are nowhere in evidence. Having had a 2nd home in Rocky Point for 25 years, I feel safer in Puerto Penasco than most parts of Phoenix. Those who are cautioning folks to stay away need a geography lesson!
Jim Hamblin
Fountain Hills