A Snapshot of Protests on Immigration in L.A.

One of the amazing things about where I work is that the Los Angeles Times is situated one block from City Hall. Even though I had to take some technical classes today, I snuck out during my breaks and lunch to take photos.

What struck me most was the general good mood of the protesters. These aren’t angry folk: they’re mostly moms and dads pushing their kids in strollers wondering if someone they love might be sent home soon.

Toward the end of the noisy demonstration, the children and parents looked tired, but their general mood, at least from my observation point, remained positive.

I’ve included some quickly edited photos. The aerial shots are from the Times’ “smoking balcony.”

 

Comments

[chip]

Great photos! Even in my little town there was a rally that drew a few hundred people, it was great. CB came with me, she's becoming very interested in this kind of thing.

[Jared]

Great opportunity!

(Why is she holding an anti-Bush sign when he's the one supporting thier cause?!)

[brettdl]

Chip: Thanks. There was something about being in the thick of the protest with the camera. ...

Jared: The protesters crossed all political spectrums. Some had signs protesting Iraq, for example.

I think the general mood was that all the politicians have it wrong.

[Jared]

Do the politicians ever have it right? ;)

[landismom]

Thanks for sharing your great photos!

[brettdl]

Jared: Oh, I suppose once every 30 million years.

Landismom: My pleasure and I'm glad you like them.