Chicago May Day Protests to Include Anti-Violence as Theme

May Day has long commemorated workers' rights, but in recent years Chicago's marches have focused on immigration, unions and anti-capitalism

Activists in Chicago are gearing up for May 1 marches and rallies on issues including immigrant rights, anti-capitalism and police brutality.

May Day has long commemorated workers' rights, but in recent years Chicago's marches have focused on immigration, unions and anti-capitalism.

Some labor groups want to bring attention to workers' rights at noon near a sculpture commemorating the Haymarket riot. Another coalition says they've planned an afternoon march in a park on Chicago's West Side. They're calling for a moratorium against deportations and will march to Cook County Jail.

Industrial Workers of the World spokesman Dan Bono says another theme is fighting against violence against everyday people, including police shootings. Members of the Black Lives Matter movement are also helping organize events, including a morning rally with school children. 

Copyright AP - Associated Press
Contact Us