Outrage is coming from state and local leaders toward how San Jose Police Department and Caltrans handled Cinco de Mayo celebrations this year.
"As a resident for over 25 years, it was one of the quietest and calmest Cinco de Mayo weekends that I can remember," said Jeff Levine who is the Roosevelt Park Neighborhood Association president.
"Yes, it is important that we prevent sideshows, but we all know, everyone knows, that folks who come and show off their cars, show off their heritage, are not doing the sideshows," Torres said. "Last year, the City of San José lifted its 30-year-old ban on cruising. Our Low Rider and the greater Latina/o/x community looked forward to celebrating historically significant events with pride and dignity.
As Councilmembers of Latina/o/ descent, we understand the importance of security and safety during events which attract large number of people, but excessive law enforcement, road closures, and traffic controls put in place only during celebrations of Mexican-American culture can only be described as profiling.
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