With crisp military precision, three ROTC cadets in green uniforms presented the American flag, followed by four men and two women from La Familia, a student group at Fresno State, bringing in the Mexican flag. They were dressed in black and white. Moments of reverence quieted a crowd estimated at 800 by Fresno State officials. The Rev. Perry Kavookjian, a Catholic priest, prayed and so did Regina Hansen, a Jewish rabbinic aide. Anthony said later in an interview it's an honor to realize how many people respect his grandfather.
People can choose whose life they want to celebrate.
Then it was the people's turn. Many were handed a carnation. They moved in an orderly way to lay their flowers on the statue. There's still a lot to do. His classmate, Robert Juliano, held a red one.