As of about 1:30 p.m., police were estimating that about 15,000 people participated in L.A.'s May Day marches—far fewer than than the 100,000 protestors that organizers claimed would come out Monday. Ron Gochez, organizer of May 1st General Strike and Rally, said organizers were hoping for more participation, but "we also understand the current climate of fear." "Anytime that 15,000 people on a work day decide to join a struggle in 85 degree heat, we are going to call it a victory," Gochez said. Others said the low May Day turnout is a reflection of other problems in the community. Elizabeth Cordova, 38, said she has attended most of the May Day marches.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 01, 2017 21:34 UTC