"I'd been driving for almost three hours when I saw the license plate signalling my time in the car was almost over: an abbreviated spelling of Water Mill, a hamlet in Southampton. I spent the notoriously busy Labor Day weekend in the Hamptons, and though I knew to expect a wide variety of wellness options and expensive groceries, other aspects of the East End stood out."
"The Hamptons is well-known for a tremendous concentration of wealth, but not everyone visiting over the weekend supported the uber-rich. On Sunday, a small group of protesters gathered in East Hampton as part of a nationwide "Workers Over Billionaires" campaign. Some gathered at an iconic restaurant; others targeted the home of the billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman. A press release for the event said protesters wanted to "confront billionaire donors reshaping New York politics,""
Labor Day weekend in the Hamptons featured expected wellness amenities and high-priced groceries alongside surprising local dynamics. A long drive ended upon seeing Water Mill signs indicating arrival. Visible tensions included a "Workers Over Billionaires" protest in East Hampton, gatherings at an iconic restaurant, and demonstrations near billionaire Bill Ackman's home. Protesters aimed to confront billionaire donors reshaping New York politics amid concerns tied to the upcoming mayoral race. Local conflicts involved zoning changes limiting new house sizes and reports of some homes pumping millions of gallons of water yearly. Public spaces felt more family-oriented than nightlife-driven.
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