The protest in Chicago was one of hundreds of actions demanding fair wages for low-wage workers, held throughout the US and worldwide.
See "Thousands Shut Down The Loop In Largest Ever Fight For 15 Demonstration" in Chicagoist.
Here are some pictures of the day in Chicago:
Thousands mustered on the UIC quad on a perfect spring day. Buses brought participants from neighborhoods throughout the city. |
The Dignidad Statue |
The ARISE Chicago contingent joins the march. (The top of the Willis Tower -- near the march destination -- can be seen in the distance.) |
The march on Jackson was massive and joyous. |
It was exciting to see the #Fightfor15 signs against the backdrop of the Chicago Board of Trade at LaSalle and Jackson - "headquarters" of the Occupy Chicago protests several years ago. |
Fittingly, the closing rally took place alongside the McDonald's in the courtyard next to the Chicago Board of Trade at LaSalle and Jackson. |
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