Celebrating Labor Day: The Unsung Pioneers Behind the Holiday

Celebrating Labor Day: The unsung pioneers behind the holiday

Labor Day is more than just a long weekend—it's a celebration of American workers' achievements and their fight for rights. As you enjoy the day, take a moment to reflect on the efforts that shaped our nation's workforce and economy.

EDITORIAL: Celebrating the labor that built this country

And the end of summer.

What’s the Next U.S. Holiday After Labor Day?

Photo: AI – Gemini Labor Day is one of the most anticipated dates for Americans, as it is one of the official holidays when workers get the day off to enjoy various activities with their families. The day of rest is coming to an end, so many are wondering when the next holiday will be. Here’s what you need to know. What is Labor Day? The holiday originated in the late 19th century when labor activists advocated for the creation of a federal holi…

Labor movements for shorter workday shaped Labor Day and May Day

Labor movements for shorter workday shaped Labor Day and May Day Analysis by Jeffrey Sklansky (University of Illinois Chicago) | The Conversation Most of the world observes International Workers’ Day on May 1 or the first Monday in May each year, but not the United States and Canada. Instead, Americans and Canadians have celebrated Labor Day as a national holiday on the first Monday in September since 1894, 12 years after the first observance of…