SPEECHES are guaranteed. Workers will march, if there is security. Everything else about May 1, Labour Day, is uncertain, a reflection of the hard times that abound and the unfortunate disinterest of the authorities in the well-being of the people.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of workers gather at various venues across the country, make fiery speeches about the dearth of jobs, and the shrinking welfare of the employed. They listen to placating speeches from governments - everyone disperses waiting for the next speech session.
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