Congress created Labor Day more than a century ago to celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers, and Congress still has an important role to play in recognizing ...

Congress created Labor Day, a national holiday celebrating workers and labor unions. Labor Day alone didn’t change much. But from the 1930s through 1950s, labor unions were on the rise.

Labor Day is a U.S. national holiday held the first Monday every September. Unlike most U.S. holidays, it is a strange celebration without rituals, except for shopping and barbecuing. For most ...

When Labor Day became a federal holiday in 1894, unions in the U.S. were largely contested and courts would often rule strikes illegal, leading to violent disputes, Vachon said.

Labor Day is a New York City-born and bred holiday first celebrated this week on September 5, 1882. Of all the national holidays, Labor Day seems to be the one that most people know almost nothing ...

Labor Day falls on the first Monday in September every year, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. In 2024, Labor Day will be observed on Monday, Sep 2. What is Labor Day and why do we ...

There are many misconceptions around Labor Day. Here's a look at its history — and what it has to do with the 8-hour work day.

There are many misconceptions around Labor Day. Here's a look at its history — and what it has to do with the 8-hour work day.

There are many misconceptions around Labor Day. Here's a look at its history — and what it has to do with the 8-hour work day.

There are many misconceptions around Labor Day. Here's a look at its history — and what it has to do with the 8-hour work day.