U.S. Workers and Activists Stage Nationwide May Day Economic Blackout
On International Workers’ Day, thousands across the United States participated in an economic blackout as part of the 'May Day Strong' initiative. The event, which included 3,500 demonstrations nationwide, called for 'no school, no work, no shopping' to protest various socio-economic issues. Key activities included walkouts, marches, and block parties, with significant actions taking place in major cities like New York, Chicago, and San Francisco. In New York, members of the Sunrise Movement chained themselves to the New York Stock Exchange, leading to arrests. Similar protests occurred in Portland and Minneapolis, where activists targeted locations associated with federal agencies and corporate interests. The movement, supported by labor unions, immigrant rights groups, and political organizations, aims to highlight issues such as public education funding, corporate accountability, and immigration policies. 
