Singer-activist Joan Baez leads May Day rally in Mountain View
May Day: Hundreds rally for workers' rights, social justice in San Jose
The Mountain View Civic Center Plaza was jam packed with people holding signs opposing U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. They also chanted about defending labor and immigration rights, as well as saving democracy.
Among those speaking out against the Trump administration was retired superior court Judge Ledoris Cordell. Former Mountain View Mayor Lenny Siegel also took to the microphone.
In the crowd, 95-year-old activist Joan MacDonald shared a hug with Baez after her performance. This is not her first time rallying at this square.
MacDonald says now more than ever people need to stand up and she's impressed by Thursday's turnout.
People got to voice their opinions during open mic then attendees took to the streets to march.
Watch the full report in the video player above.
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