In this special Labor Day episode of “Ok Now You Know,” Joe Garner takes us on an enlightening journey through the history and significance of Labor Day. Celebrated on the first Monday of September, Labor Day is a tribute to the American labor movement and the contributions of workers to the nation’s prosperity and well-being. But how did this holiday come to be? Join Joe as he dives into the labor union movement of the late 19th century, the struggles for better working conditions, and the pivotal events that led to the establishment of Labor Day as a national holiday.

Helpful Links:

• Knights of Labor information for historical context.