Thousands of people took to the streets in Durham and Raleigh on Thursday to mark May Day, also known as International Workers Day, joining global demonstrations focused on labor rights, immigration, and economic justice.
From Halifax Mall to Bicentennial Plaza in Raleigh and CCB Plaza in Durham, demonstrators raised their voices on a wide range of issues, including fair wages, immigrant protections, economic inequality, and opposition to policies under President Donald Trump.
“This is a celebratory day for all of us immigrants and American workers,” said Aura Acosta through a translator. Acosta was among the attendees expressing concern about immigration crackdowns and cuts to federal programs…