Washington, DC – To commemorate May Day 2026, People For the American Way President Svante Myrick released the following statement:
“Today we remember and honor the legacy of workers. At a time when so many people are struggling to get by while billionaires’ wealth and power soar and corporations post record profits, we need strong, collective action. Those who have the most must pay their fair share to bring down costs, rebuild the support systems people rely on, and fund stability for working families. Working people deserve a democracy that benefits all of us, not just the rich and powerful, and we will continue fighting to make that democracy a reality.”
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About People For the American Way:
People For the American Way is a national progressive advocacy organization that inspires and mobilizes Americans to defend freedom, justice, and democracy from those who threaten to take them away. For more than four decades, we have been dedicated to making the promise of American ideals real for everyone and have worked toward a vision of a vibrant America where basic rights and freedoms are upheld for all, not just the wealthy and the powerful. Learn more at peoplefor.org.
