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Jesse Welles Cancels Show for Striking Workers | Richmond News
Folk singer Jesse Welles canceled his sold-out show at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to stand with striking workers demanding fair wages, rescheduling for September 25th at a new venue. His bold move — backed by a social media message urging fans not to cross picket lines — marks the first public artist response to the ongoing labor dispute. The workers, who’ve been on strike since June and are in contract talks over a year, were thrilled by the support, calling it a powerful boost to their movement. Fellow musician Graham Nash also canceled his gig in solidarity, hoping to reschedule for…
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