It’s Labor Day. For most of us, Labor Day means a long weekend off from work, the end of summer, and a moratorium on wearing white shoes. However, as assistants we should remember the real meaning of Labor Day – a holiday to celebrate the worker. Here are some links you should check out if you want to learn more:
- Wikipedia, of course – learn about how Labor Day differs from International Workers’ Day and more
- If you’re unemployed, why should you care about this holiday? The Associated Press weighs in.
- Are you a history buff? Check out this great series of Labor Day-related videos from the History Channel.
- It’s not truly a worker’s holiday unless you get free stuff. Chick-fil-a is giving away free sandwiches to people who show up today in sports-themed gear (click here for details).
- Should you really want a challenge, take this Labor Day quiz – and don’t cheat by scrolling down.
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