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Violence Mars Start of May Day Demonstration in Paris

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May Day Protests in France Marred by Violence

Even before it officially began, France’s traditional May 1 labor demonstration was marred by violence.

Members of  the Yellow Vest movement joined trade unionists for their annual rally in Paris on Wednesday. Anarchist activists, known as “Black Blocs,” as well as far-right supporters also joined in.