👷♀️Happy Labor Day!👷 ⚙ Today, we honor the history and significance of Labor Day—a day dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. 🛠Originating in the late 19th century, Labor Day was established to recognize the contributions of labor unions and workers who fought for fair wages, safe working conditions, and reasonable hours. As we enjoy this day of rest, let’s reflect on the progress made and the ongoing importance of workers' rights. #LaborDay #WorkersRights #LaborHistory #NewDirectionFamilyLaw
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Happy Labor Day! Ever wondered why Americans are the only ones that celebrate today? Most of the rest of the world celebrates on May 1st. Most socialist labor unions in Europe and beyond picked May 1st to celebrate the rights won by laborers and unionists. Many of these workers' battles were inspired by or directly organized by socialist movements. Whereas the United States wanted to celebrate the American worker, it did not want to provide any credibility to socialists. Thus, September 1st was picked. The State of New York would be the first to celebrate Labor Day, in 1882. In the 19th century, the average American worker spent 70-60 hours working. Today, the average American worker spends 40.4 hours working. The average lawyer however works 48 hours a week!
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Labour Day, observed on May 1st, celebrates the contributions of workers and the achievements of the labor movement. It's a day to honor workers' rights and their ongoing fight for fair wages and better working conditions. #LabourDay #WorkersRights #FairWages #LaborMovement #LEADconcept
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Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful Labor Day. TTI's offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September, honors the social and economic achievements of American workers. Established as a federal holiday in 1894 by President Grover Cleveland, its roots trace back to September 5, 1882, when 10,000 workers marched in New York City. Initially a response to declining worker conditions during the industrial boom, the holiday gained momentum as states like Oregon recognized it in 1887. Though unions faced significant opposition in the early days, the National Labor Relations Act of 1935 later secured workers' right to unionize. Today, Labor Day not only marks a historic victory for workers’ rights but also serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges facing workers in modern industries. As conversations around fair wages, work-life balance, and labor rights continue, Labor Day remains a critical moment to reflect on progress and the road ahead. #laborday #americanworkers #laborrights #fairwages
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The origin of May Day Labor Day: May Day in the American labor movement in the mid-19th century. At that time, workers in many countries, including the United States and Europe, fought for the introduction of an eight-hour working day. On May 1, 1886, workers in Chicago and other cities in the United States held general strikes and demonstrations, demanding improvement of working conditions and the implementation of an eight-hour working day. After a bloody and arduous struggle, the workers finally won. To commemorate this great workers' movement, in July 1889, at the founding conference of the Second International organized by Engels, May 1 of each year was announced as International Labor Day. This decision received a positive response from workers around the world. The May Day Labor Day was established to recognize and commemorate the contributions of workers to social and economic development. It is also an important holiday to advocate workers' rights and promote social progress. #MayDay #IFPD #LCD #interactivedisplay #cuhub
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Labor Day honors the contributions of workers and the labor movement. Originating in the late 19th century, it emerged as a response to harsh working conditions and labor abuses. It is a reminder of the hard-fought battles for fair wages, safe workplaces, and workers' rights. Labor Day underscores the importance of solidarity, collective action, and social progress. It's a time to recognize the dignity of labor and to reaffirm our commitment to creating a more just and equitable society for all.
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Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September in the United States, has historical roots in the late 19th-century labor movement. The observance, in the past, aimed to honor laborers who campaigned for better working conditions, fair wages, and labor rights. Meanwhile, May 1st is recognized globally as International Workers' Day or May Day, stemming from the Haymarket affair in Chicago in 1886, where labor activists advocated for an eight-hour workday. The events culminated in a labor protest that turned violent, leading to deaths and injuries. Today, May 1st is recognized as a significant day for workers' rights and is celebrated in many countries as International Workers' Day or Labor Day. Labor Day is celebrated to recognize and appreciate the hard work of workers but under fair conditions. It's a day to acknowledge their importance to the economy and society. Even though many workers continue their daily routines on Labor Day, the holiday serves as a reminder of their dedication and the significance of their contributions. The day is not about rest for everyone, but about acknowledging the role of labor in our lives and economy. #Laborday #History
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Why do we celebrate Labor Day? This short video reveals the origins of the holiday celebrating the labor of the American worker.
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Cheers to the workers who make our world run smoothly Happy Labor Day! Labour Day, celebrated annually on May 1st in many countries, honors the contributions of workers to society. Originating from the labor union movement, it symbolizes the achievements and struggles of workers advocating for fair wages, working conditions, and rights. Boostegy Media LLC #affiliatemarketing #affiliatedmarketing #performancemarketing #marketingperformance #laborday #labourday
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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced the issuance of its final rule addressing worker classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The 2024 rule, which goes into effect on March 11, 2024, is largely consistent with the proposed version the DOL rolled out in 2022, rescinding and replacing the Trump administration’s more streamlined worker classification analysis while returning to the long-used “totality of the circumstances” standard. Maggie Santen, William Collins, and Taylor Gillan discuss the final rule: https://bit.ly/3RRtbVW #laborlaw #independentcontractor #wageandhour
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Labour Day celebrations typically honor the contributions of workers and the labor movement. It's a day to recognize the social and economic achievements of workers and to advocate for fair labor practices, such as safe working conditions, reasonable working hours, and fair wages. From this side I wish everyone a happy labour day full of God's blessings. #madarakahomesltd #propertyinvestment #financialinvestment
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