Chicago teachers unions organize students for socialist May Day protests

Published May 1, 2026 2:12pm ET



Teachers unions in Chicago are organizing student participation in socialist May Day demonstrations taking place across the city’s school districts and the country.

Across the United States, an estimated 600 groups are supporting about 6,000 events as part of coordinated “May Day Strong” demonstrations.

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