After violence at Second Line Parades the police decide to raise the parade fees. Because the violence was unrelated to the parades the Second Line clubs ask why this unique cultural tradition should be taxed out of existence.

On Sunday, January 15, 2006 (MLK Jr. Day) one of the largest second line parades in New Orleans history occurred. There were 32 different Social Aid and Pleasure clubs involved in the second line and the event was held in support of affordable housing, decent education, increased jobs, and improved health care. "The ultimate point of the parade was to support people being able to return home and maintain New Orleanian traditions," says Michelle Longino member of the New Orleans Bayou Steppers, "There were thousands of people out that day. People came from out of town. It went very well, it was beautiful. There were three big divisions and as the last division was finishing with Rebirth Brass Band playing-"

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