Thousands march in LA for May Day as unions push school walkouts, ‘economic blackout’
Thousands of workers, union members, and activists gathered in downtown Los Angeles for May Day demonstrations, advocating for worker protections, immigration reform, and economic justice through a planned 'economic blackout.' The event began with a rally at MacArthur Park and included a march to Grand Park, emphasizing themes of labor rights and community solidarity. Organizers called for a halt to work, school, and shopping to highlight the economic power of marginalized communities.
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Metro Thousands march in LA for May Day as unions push school walkouts, ‘economic blackout’ By Kevin Barr Published May 1, 2026, 12:45 p.m. ET Thousands of workers, union members and activists are expected to flood downtown Los Angeles on Friday for May Day, with organizers urging supports to skip work, school and shopping as part of a broader “economic blackout.” The main rally is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. at MacArthur Park, followed by a march to Grand Park after a speaking program. Labor and immigrant rights groups say the demonstrations are part of International Workers’ Day, with similar events planned across California calling for expanded worker protections and immigrations reforms. Activists taking part in May Day protests are expected to flood downtown Los Angeles Friday.
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