Apr 13 2006

Great American Boycott Planned for May 1

The recent massive demonstrations throughout the country have empowered immigrants and undocumented workers in this country and these populations have promised to held more rallies in the near future.

Monday’s “National Day of Action” saw hundreds of thousands of protesters in cities throughout the United States from individuals that have traditionally stayed silent and hidden in the shadows of American culture.

Organizers are currently planning a “Great American Boycott” for May 1, in which illegal immigrants show their economic power. All protesters and supporters are urged by the organizers to not shop, go to school or work on that day.

Javier Rodriguez is the spokesperson for the May 1 boycott: "We are expecting that with this national boycott we will be able to further gain some respect, dignity, and improve the lot of the immigrant community," said Rodriguez. "The undocumented community (are) the people that take care of their children, the people that care of the elderly, and the sick, who serve their food, who pick their fruit and their vegetables. We are rebuilding New Orleans. ... We are everywhere.”