Labor Day!

Like many of the national holidays Labor Day has been changed over the years. Originally back in the 1880s when it became a holiday they had parades to honor the labor unions. Now in the states where the labor unions are still strong they get together on the first Monday of September to remind everyone how important they are and why they became in existence in the first place. You will read stories in the newspapers along with television and radio. For many people Labor Day gives another three day weekend.

There are still some very good strong unions but not the same as many years past depending on what your occupation is. The unions allowed its member become productive and well paid for their services. They allowed the industrial age go to another level. Before the unions the business owners took advantage of their employees paying low salaries along with keeping the profits but the unions and the industries that accepted them thrived in the process.

Today we should honor the unions for what they have accomplished for the workers. Enjoy the day in whatever fashion you are however take some time to remember them to. Whether you are in a union or not the country has prosper for one hundred and forty years plus. Also able to be recognized for the gifts and talents that you have.