Mayor Brandon Johnson, a former CTU organizer, also weighed in, saying “May 1 is happening.”
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‘May 1 is happening.’ What to know about the CPS and teachers union May Day debate.

May 1 is a national day of action, a day for workers to mobilize and gather to advocate for workers’ rights. In the past, rallies and events have been held across Chicago to commemorate the day. This year, a “no work, no school and no shopping” action is being encouraged as a protest to the administration of President Donald Trump while advocating for immigrant and labor rights.

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