History of Labor Day

History of Labor Day

The observance of Labor Day,

the first Monday in September,

began over 100 years ago. It was conceived by

America's labor unions as a testament to their cause,

the legislation signed by President Grover

Cleveland as a reluctant election-year compromise.

It is a dedication to the social and economic

achievements of American workers.

It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the

contributions that workers have made to the strength,

prosperity and well-being of our country.

 

Today, Labor Day has evolved into a celebration

as the last big fling of summer, rather than a

tribute to the work we do when we're not on vacation.

So fire up the grill, get a great bargain,

and take a dip in the pool on Monday.

But remember who it was that

made this summer-ending

holiday possible

THE AMERICAN WORKER