The first Monday in September was officially designated a day of rest for American workers by five states in 1887. Prior to that, protests demanding better working conditions for employees were first recorded in New York City in 1882. My home state of Oregon was among the first five states to recognize the need […]
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Hug A Soldier This Fourth of July
Check off list for the Fourth: The barbecue is ready. The dogs are ready to grill. The tote is packed for the beach. The sunscreen and hats are loaded. All that remains is to hug a soldier. The soldier is the one to whom you are indebted this Fourth of July. He carried a […]