US EditionMay Day rallies, protests held in New York City to mark International Workers Day
- On May 1, 2025, workers and unions held rallies and protests in New York City, including events at Foley Square and Union Square, to mark International Workers Day.
- These events stem from a long history of labor struggles dating back to 1886, when unions demanded an eight-hour workday amid pivotal and often violent demonstrations.
- Organizers are calling for unity across causes to defend workers' rights, fair wages, and public service jobs while highlighting ongoing challenges like inadequate pay and cost-of-living pressures.
- Kathryn Walsh emphasized the pressing challenges posed by insufficient wages, which continue to impact living standards amid the cost of living crisis, while Darragh O’Connor remarked that May Day honors achievements like paid holidays, pensions, and sick leave secured by organized labor.
- The rallies reflect continuing efforts to improve labor conditions and wages, reinforcing May Day's role in remembering workers' sacrifices and promoting labor rights today.
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May Day and the International
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