Conversations in Courage

Episode 9 - Labor Day: Our History is Whitewashed


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We discuss the origins of Labor Day in the US along with unionization, income inequality, right-to-work laws, and their relevant impacts on today's society.

Some relevant resources:

https://thehobbservationpoint.com/2017/09/04/the-labor-day-holiday-derives-from-racism-and-violence-towards-black-workers/

https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2020/09/10007185/labor-day-history-unions-2020

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/american-workforce-unemployment-economy-labor-day-weekend-2020/

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Until next time—be well, be courageous.

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