Labor Day is much more than the official end of summer and the marker of a three-day weekend. It was founded as — and remains — an opportunity to thank workers for their contributions to our country.

Labor Day is a holiday that celebrates the achievements of American workers. Ironically, even though the day serves as a celebration for workers, many employees don't get the day off. There are ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – According to the US Department of Labor, Labor day was declared a national holiday on June 28, 1894 to recognize and celebrate the contributions of American workers. Over ...

Labor Day comes around every year, marking a time when many Americans get to enjoy a day off. But for some, it’s just another workday. Whether you’re in retail, healthcare, or public safety, there are ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Scott Hutcheson teaches leadership at Purdue University. Labor Day invites us to reflect on more than wages or time off. It is a ...

It may seem counterintuitive to suggest that, on Labor Day, we devote our attention to a subset of the American population who should not be working, or at least not working in jobs that are entirely ...