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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsIt's Labor Day Weekend
Lots of mattresses on sale n other stuff but not a word of why this is set aside for the labor of our country n to celebrate them. As a proud union member for over 30 years, our history is long and filled w/ wins n losses. Tears n blood. A few highlights..we all know of the Matewan coal mining d strike in WV but they finally recognized unions w/ the National Industrial Recovery Act 1933. Then, the United mine workers. The Breads n Roses strike in 1912. 1933 Frances Perkins becomes first woman secretary of labor..I could go on about Mother Jones who got active after her shop burned down. We have a strong history of human rights..equality..decent days pay for a days work. Today, health benefits, parental leave, and Im preaching to the choir but they came at a cost. Buy a mattress or a fridge but know this holiday is for all of us in the work force..union or not. We have a long history in solidarity, I say Happy Labor Day.. support your local unions n I thank you. ✊
crickets
(26,146 posts)Ah, the '70s, before Reagan came along. I remember when this commercial was in rotation.
Often posted, but to me it never gets old.
Deuxcents
(19,134 posts)Being active in my union ..CWA..changed my life. Im so thankful for the experiences..
Ferrets are Cool
(21,686 posts)force and what the Unions did for us.