YEP it really is not all about an end of summer three day week end. Labor unions are being attacked by the politicians in Illinois big time. Our governor is lading the charge to break as many unions as possible. Yes sometimes they can get demanding or silly and spiteful, but those who have labored before us have given us a lot. If you enjoy any of the following thank a worker that made it possible:
40 hour work week
overtime pay
paid holidays
Vacation pay
Safer work conditions
No forced child labor
Minimum wage
Five day work weeks
Health insurance
Workman's comp
These are just a few of the benefits that we all can benefit from today that were unheard of in my grandparents generation. So go thank all those that have labored hard so you can have it much easier.
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