Thousands planned for nationwide no school, no work, no shopping protest
May 1, 2026 • Google News World
Thousands of people in the US are expected to participate in a nationwide “no school, no work, no shopping” May Day protest on Friday. The event is part of an economic blackout aimed at drawing attention to issues related to income inequality and corporate power.
Protesters plan to stay home from work and avoid shopping as a way to demonstrate their opposition to the concentration of wealth among billionaires. The movement is inspired by the 1919 slogan “No Kings, No Lords,” which was used during labor protests in the United States.
The protest is expected to take place across the country, with events planned in various cities. Some businesses have already announced that they will remain open despite calls for an economic blackout.
In Kansas City, protesters plan to hold a rally calling for an end to “ICE terror” and boycotting four corporations. The event is part of a broader movement against corporate power and income inequality.
The May Day protests are expected to draw attention to issues related to economic justice and corporate accountability.
Source: Google News World