La Salada Workers Protest Market Closure, Demand Reopening

La Salada Workers Protest Closure Near Puente La Noria Buenos Aires, Argentina – Workers from La Salada, one of Argentina's largest flea markets, staged a protest near Puente La Noria today, demanding the reopening of the market. The closure has left hundreds of vendors and workers unemployed, causing significant economic hardship in the local community. "They closed La Salada, and now we have no work," said one worker interviewed in the video. "People from all over the country came here to buy things. Now, we're all suffering." Another worker emphasized the affordability of goods at La Salada, arguing that its closure disproportionately affects low-income families. "You could buy shoes for 50 pesos here, but now we have to pay 400 or 500 pesos elsewhere," the worker stated. The protest highlights the economic challenges faced by many Argentinians and the vital role of La Salada in providing affordable goods and employment. The workers' concerns underscore the need for solutions that balance public safety and economic well-being. The authorities have yet to respond to the workers' demands. The situation remains tense as workers vow to continue their protests until La Salada reopens.