All articles tagged with #labor history
The article recounts the origins of Labor Day, starting with the first celebration in 1882 in New York City, highlighting workers' efforts to emphasize their importance in the economy, their political activism, and the evolving relationship between labor, government, and business in the late 19th century.
Voting has concluded at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with the United Auto Workers awaiting the results. The outcome will determine whether workers have chosen to join the union, potentially altering labor history in the South. The plant, previously resistant to unionization, has drawn attention from politicians and industry leaders, with concerns raised about potential job losses and economic impact. The union's focus now shifts to the upcoming union election at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama.