&gt; My handmade one-of-a-kind knit hat was an object of suspicion.  My Ralph Lauren quilted blazer was only a “puffy coat.”<p>&quot;They did not realize that I am an individual of high socioeconomic status, one whom should not be treated like a prole.&quot;<p>There are many clear cut examples of police racism and abuse of power. This does not seem to be one of them.