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May 1, the day traditionally focused on labor and immigrant rights, merged with protests against the Trump administration.

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Protests for May Day, also known as International Workers Day, have taken place for years. But on Thursday, many locals felt there were more reasons than one to speak out.

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Thousands gathered on the Portland State University campus as part of the ‘50501′ rally movement on Thursday.

Protests against President Donald Trump and his policies largely dominated May Day rallies in downtown Portland on Thursday, ...

The international event, which commemorates the fight for workers’ rights, has often been used to express broader political ...