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International Workers’ Day Posted by on May 2, 2016

Countries all over the world celebrate May 1st as International Workers’ Day. Also known as May Day or Labor Day in some countries, this is a day to honor the working class and the struggle for workers’ rights. The day was chosen to commemorate the Haymarket Affair, which took place in Chicago on May 4, 1886…

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Labor Day Posted by on Sep 3, 2012

Today is Labor Day in the United States.  Labor Day is always celebrated on the first Monday in September.  This is a holiday that celebrates the economic and social contributions of workers. This is a holiday for workers, similar to the Labor Day holiday many other countries celebrate on May 1st.  This holiday celebrates…

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