Today we are supposed to be celebrating an important national holiday: Labor Day. But somehow, it seems more like a day of mourning rather than a day of celebration.
According to the Department of Labor…
"Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country."
In other words, it is by our hard work that this wonderful nation is healthy and vital. However, this requires an economy that inspires businesses to grow, thereby creating great employment opportunities. It requires an economy where investors are eager to put their assets to work allowing for the expansion of businesses and the creation of new ones with even more opportunities for employment. But sadly, that is not our current reality.
"Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country."
In other words, it is by our hard work that this wonderful nation is healthy and vital. However, this requires an economy that inspires businesses to grow, thereby creating great employment opportunities. It requires an economy where investors are eager to put their assets to work allowing for the expansion of businesses and the creation of new ones with even more opportunities for employment. But sadly, that is not our current reality.
The latest reported unemployment figures from the federal government indicate that we have a 9.1% unemployment rate. In reality, it is closer to 21% with no sign of change coming any time soon. The only expansion that is currently occurring is in the federal government. In particular, in the enforcement of the ever growing laws which are strangling every business entity in this country.
Apparently, our current administration believes that it is not through the hard working citizens of our country but rather through a behemoth federal government that we will achieve “prosperity and well-being.” Forget about the tradition built on our Judeo-Christian beliefs of the significance of work: the idea that hard work brings respect and contributes to the social order and well being of the community. Instead, it would seem that this administration would like to continue to create the largest nanny state in history.
This year there should be no celebration. Why celebrate unemployment and a lack of leadership from the current administration? Have we forgotten the sacrifices of our forefathers for us in the 21st century to have a country with the highest standard of living? Have we also forgotten that it has been through our incredible labor force that our nation has come to realize economic and political freedom? I know that we the people have not forgotten!
I say it is time for all of us to join in a new labor movement – the removal of all these entrenched politicians and their lackeys. It is time for new leadership reflective of the citizens and workers of America
So let us not celebrate, but rather pay tribute on this Labor Day to those who have shaped our great nation – the American workers. Let us take on this new job with vigor and enthusiasm. Let us not forget that the greatness of America
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