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On Labor Day, September 1, 2025, a protest titled “Workers Over Billionaires” will take place in Albuquerque, focusing on labor rights and social justice.

Event Details

  • Date and Time: September 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Location: Civic Plaza, Albuquerque, NM
  • Agenda:
  • 9:00 AM: Rally gathering
  • 9:30 AM: Speakers (details to be announced)
  • 10:00 AM: March begins  

Purpose of the Protest

The protest aims to address the ongoing struggles of working people against the influence of billionaires in politics and society. The event is part of a larger movement that emphasizes the need for collective action to protect workers’ rights, public services, and social justice. Participants will advocate for issues such as:

  • Defending public schools and healthcare against privatization
  • Protecting social programs like Medicaid and Social Security
  • Standing in solidarity with marginalized communities facing attacks

Call to Action

Organizers encourage participants to bring signs and express their demands for a fairer society. The protest is framed as a continuation of the movement launched on May 1, emphasizing unity among labor and community groups to fight against the “billionaire takeover” of democracy and public resources.

This Labor Day, the Albuquerque protest will be a significant gathering for those advocating for workers’ rights and social equity, aiming to send a strong message of solidarity and resistance against corporate influence in politics.

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