Labor Day Evolution

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Evolution

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How Labor Day changed since it was originally celebrated?

Labor Day originally was celebrated to get better working conditons and a day off for workers who worked 60 hours a week, and is now celebrated by having barbeques, family gatherings, and marks an unofficial end of Summer.

What happend on the first Labor Day and what happens now?

On the first Labor day, protests and parades were held to advocate for workers who work well over the average hours worked per day and now Labor Day is a leisure day off that is celebrated with family.

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