See one weekend how Los Angeles’ protests intensified
What began as a small protest against Friday’s immigration attacks has swelled into large demonstrations throughout the weekend. This is what happened.
The legendary boxer de la Jolla, who grew up in Los Angeles as the son of a Mexican immigrant, tackled an ongoing protest in his hometown, sparked by an immigrant raid carried out by the US Immigration Customs (ICE).
Dela Joya, who became a double citizen in 2002, paid tribute to immigrants. Sometimes the protests become violent.
“I’m sad to see what’s going on in Los Angeles right now,” de la Jolla said in a statement provided to USA Today Sports on June 11. Latinos are one of the hardest-working people in the world, and their contributions strengthen every corner of our community. ”
Although born in Montebello, California, Dela Jolla spent her formative years in East Los Angeles, a predominantly Latino community. At the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona, Dela Jolla won the gold medal before holding the American and Mexican flags in the boxing ring.
“As a proud Mexican-American, I am extremely grateful for the sacrifices my family made when they came to America in pursuit of a better future.”
Dela Hoya, who won eight world championships in six weight divisions before announcing his retirement in 2009, was appointed International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2014. He is the founder and CEO of Golden Boy Promotion, one of the top boxing promotional companies.
Jane Murcia, director of Golden Boy Promotions, said Dela Joya is not available for interviews.
