International Workers Day

Monday was May Day, known as International Workers’ Day, and Connecticut workers rallied for rights. Several groups joined at the State Capitol, highlighting the role of undocumented workers in the state’s workforce.

Monday was May Day, known as International Workers’ Day, and Connecticut workers rallied for rights. Several groups joined at the State Capitol, highlighting the role of undocumented workers in the state’s workforce. “We come together to keep fighting for our rights because there is still many issues,” Javier Gonzalez, of Husky For Immigrants Coalition, said. They are advocating for...

May Day, known internationally as International Workers’ Day or Labor Day, is a holiday celebrated by over 60 countries on May 1 to recognize the achievements of workers. Here’s a history of the holiday from the Industrial Workers of the World and the U.S. Department of Labor.