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"Conservative Democratic President Grover Cleveland was one of those concerned that a labor holiday on May 1 would [...] strengthen socialist and anarchist movements that backed the May 1 commemoration around the globe. In 1887, he publicly supported the September Labor Day holiday as a less inflammatory alternative [...]"

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labor_Day#Labor_Day_versus_May_Day

"The ruling class did not want to have a very active labor force connected internationally."

https://www.npr.org/2022/04/30/1095729592/what-is-may-day-history

#LaborDay #workers #WorkerSolidarity #history

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Stefan Bohacek Sep 1, 2025

If you're attending any of the protests organized for today, here's a quick guide from @eff:

https://ssd.eff.org/module/attending-protest

Stay safe! ✊

Attending a Protest

For quick reference, we've created a handy guide designed to be printed, folded, and carried in your pocket (PDF download). Now, more than ever, citizens must be able to hold those in power accountable and inspire others through the act of protest. Protecting your electronic devices and digital assets before, during,...