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🌟 Celebrating Labor Day: Honoring the Workforce 🌟 Labor Day, observed on the first Monday of September, is more than just a day off, it’s a tribute to the American worker's contributions and the achievements of the labor movement. The origins of this holiday date back to the late 19th century when the Industrial Revolution brought about rapid changes in the workforce. The first Labor Day was celebrated on September 5, 1882, in New York City, organized by the Central Labor Union. It became a national holiday in 1894, following a tragic event called the Pullman Strike, highlighting the need for labor reform. President Grover Cleveland signed the holiday into law to reconcile with labor unions and prevent further unrest. Today, Labor Day is a reminder of the progress made in workers' rights, such as the eight-hour workday, fair wages, and safe working conditions. It's a day to recognize the hard work and dedication of all those who contribute to our nation's strength, prosperity, and well-being. #LaborDay #WorkersRights #AmericanLaborMovement #LaborDayHistory #LaborDayOrigins #Workforce #UnionStrong #EmployeeAppreciation #LaborReform #LaborDay2024 #WorkersOfAmerica Citations: History.com Editors. (2009, November 16). Labor Day 2023. HISTORY. https://lnkd.in/gcUyVRxf U.S. Department of Labor. (n.d.). Labor Day: What it Means. https://lnkd.in/gJCfG9zz