MANHATTAN (KSNT) – From better pay to safer working conditions, May Day has long been a symbol of how workers have been fighting for their rights.
Some in Manhattan kept that tradition alive, waving signs and calling for stronger support for workers across the country. Organizers said the day is not only about celebrating past labor victories but also pushing for change today.
“May Day is historically Labor Day. This is a time when we celebrate the wins that the labor movement made in the 30s, 40s, and 50s. This is how we got our 40-hour work week,” said Amber Starling, the protest organizer.
Demonstrators said they are frustrated that families are still struggling with high costs, low wages and lack of access to affordable healthcare and housing. They hope events like this encourage people to stay engaged and speak up for everyday workers.
“What’s bringing us out is that working class solidarity. We have all this money to invest in foreign wars and other projects, but for some reason we’re not investing in the American people or its infrastructure,” said Starling.
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