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Remembering those who fought for days off and workplace safety on Labor Day

Labor Day, a federal holiday, dates back to 1894 and represents the achievements of American workers and the movement for safe and fair labor. Randy Korgan, secretary-treasurer of Teamsters Local 1932, comments on the history and future of American labor.

Remembering those who fought for days off and workplace safety on Labor Day

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Labor Day, a federal holiday, dates back to 1894 and represents the achievements of American workers and the movement for safe and fair labor.

Randy Korgan, secretary-treasurer of Teamsters Local 1932, comments on the history and future of American labor.

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Labor Day, a federal holiday, dates back to 1894 and represents the achievements of American workers and the movement for safe and fair labor. Randy Korgan, secretary-treasurer of Teamsters Local 1932, comments on the history and future of American labor.

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