In observance of the Labor Day on Friday, the Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) will lead online protests to call for further government actions for the welfare of workers under the COVID-19 crisis. | CGonzalesINQ
This could be the first in history that protests will go online, as quarantine protocols set up to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease ban mass gatherings.9:00 a.m. – Zoomama sa Mayo Uno: Red Labor Day Program; Virtual Rally for Workers and People’s Solidarity Via Kilusang Mayo Uno Facebook Page
6:00 p.m. Lockdown Sessions: Red Labor Day Special; Concerned Artists of the Philippines Facebook PageProtesters are advised to wear red face masks, red shirts, and red armbands during these online movements, said Labog. Meanwhile, Labog also called on the government for the release of political prisoners, especially amid the COVID-19 crisis.“Amin din pinaglalaban na sa lalong madaling panahon ay dapat palayain ‘yung mga detinidong politikal lalo na po yung mga may sakit lalo na sa kalagayan na masyadong siksikan na po ang mga piitan sa kasalukuyan,” he said.
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