Cutting Back at Fisher Park

The editorial regarding Fisher Park in Santa Ana (“ ‘Public’ Parks Should Be That,” editorial, June 5) is a silly exercise in finger-pointing. While calling the neighborhood association everything but prejudiced, based on a presumed understanding of their concerns and intent, the editorial itself is prejudiced.

The association may be composed of blacks, whites and even Latinos. The problem is not one of whites against Latinos but of Americans of various ethnic backgrounds being forced to accommodate Mexican and Central American nationals. Unfortunately, all the city’s attempts at creating a safe and accessible park or city will fall short until the problem of illegal immigration, and the overcrowding it has created in Santa Ana, is resolved.

JEFF SMITH, Santa Ana