Thousands March for Better Wages, Arroyo’s Ouster
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Thousands of workers and activists took to the streets on Monday, Labor Day, to demand better wages and the ouster of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. The massive protest rally was led by the Kilusang Mayo Uno. Click on the picture for more photos. Click here to view the photos as a slideshow. (davaotoday.com photos by Barry Ohaylan)
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December 13th, 2006 at 8:49 am
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