"May Day, originally a general strike in 1886 for an eight-hour workday, has evolved into a global celebration of workersâ rights, even as its significance wanes in the US."
"Despite its diminished status in the US, May Day remains a critical day for labor advocates, symbolizing international solidarity and ongoing efforts to improve workers' rights."
May Day, or International Workers' Day, is celebrated globally on May 1, originating from the 1886 general strike where workers demanded an eight-hour workday. While it has international significance, in the US, its importance has diminished over time, largely overshadowed by Labor Day. However, this year Portland is offering multiple events, reflecting a resurgence of interest in workers' rights. With calls for future general strikes by labor leaders, May Day is on a path to perhaps regain relevance in the labor movement in the US.
Read at Portland Mercury
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