What date and why did Occupy Wall Street start?

Occupy Wall Street began on September 17, 2011, in Zuccotti Park, New York City. The movement aimed to address economic inequality and the influence of corporate money in politics, encapsulated in the slogan "We are the 99%," which highlighted the disparity between the wealthiest 1% and the rest of the population. It sought to raise awareness about issues such as social injustice, unemployment, and corporate greed.