This is the first time I've been over and hung out here. Usually I just come over for concerts and stuff and then get out. Some University students were so enthusiastic about the parade that they chose to sacrifice their studies and skip class to attend. Detroit Police Department Police Officer Mark Golembieski said the large crowd was calm and safe, creating a positive image for the city of Detroit. Music senior Jessica Cauffiel said the atmosphere in Detroit yesterday was different from anything she had ever experienced before.
People are so warm and happy.
It's beautiful, not dangerous. Approximately one million fans were estimated to have attended the event.