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.
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.
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