The Guardian · California · Original story
US activists plan May Day economic blackout: ‘No school, no work, no shopping’
Actions expected to exceed 3,000 as unions and groups expand protests inspired by Minnesota ICE crackdown
Labor unions, democratic organizations and community groups are organizing an economic blackout this year to commemorate May Day, International Workers Day, inspired by the economic blackout in Minnesota during the massive ICE operation in the state.
May Day Strong events are being planned across the US, with organizers calling for “no school, no work, no shopping”, in protest of government policies they say put billionaires’ needs above those of workers.
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Michael Sainato · Tue, Apr 28, 2026, 4:00 AM
California | The Guardian
Actions expected to exceed 3,000 as unions and groups expand protests inspired by Minnesota ICE crackdown
Labor unions, democratic organizations and community groups are organizing an economic blackout this year to commemorate May Day, International Workers Day, inspired by the economic blackout in Minnesota during the massive ICE operation in the state.
May Day Strong events are being planned across the US, with organizers calling for “no school, no work, no shopping”, in protest of government policies they say put billionaires’ needs above those of workers.
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