Posted on 09/01/2025 4:27:47 AM PDT by MtnClimber
Other than punctuating the end of summer, Labor Day has for many lacked meaning associated with other holidays. Properly understood, it is the holiday that celebrates not only labor, but the job creators and entrepreneurs central to the flourishing of the United States and its people.
Colonial America certainly benefited from the fact that early settlers were a self-selecting risk-takers willing to cross a dangerous ocean and start life over in the new world. Because they were tough, willing to sacrifice and bear risk, these settlers were predisposed to work hard and forgo immediate gratification.
The Puritans not only prospered, but within a generation or two, many of their descendants achieved surprising wealth that in many cases was created from nothing.
Alexis de Tocqueville’s ever-relevant classic, Democracy in America (1840) -- points out that in contrast to Europeans, Americans regard work as “positively honorable.”
The Bible makes more than 450 references to the value and importance of work -- specifically referring to work as a virtue more times than it refers to other virtues, such as prayer, faith, hope, joy, forgiveness, mercy, grace, or peace.
Thus, it was and still should be widely recognized that work is good for the soul and necessary to a fulfilling life with dignity and meaning.
The idea of a “Labor Day holiday” was conceived in America in the 1880s by union labor leaders who sought recognition for the accomplishments of American workers. Congress voted to establish Labor Day as a national holiday to celebrate workers’ contributions to national prosperity and well-being. But as the U.S. laborers’ standard of living rose above those in the rest of the world, the tie between Labor Day and labor unions diminished.
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The democRATs probably want a Welfare Day holiday to celebrate not working.
Well...once they abandoned socialism, yes.
This article is a terrible stretch.
Labor Day is rooted in May Day, they just didn’t want to call it that. It all goes back to the Haymarket Affair, which also is the root of Loyalty Day.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loyalty_Day
“The democRATs probably want a Welfare Day holiday to celebrate not working.”
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They do....it’s called JUNETEENTH.
American exceptionalism is the knowledge that the United States is
<><>unique, distinctive, or exemplary compared to other nations,
<><>often rooted in its history, democratic values, and political system,
<><>with a perceived special role or mission in the world.
This idea suggests the U.S. is different from the “Old World,” is not subject to the same historical forces as other countries, and is divinely or uniquely positioned to lead and promote a particular ideology globally.
Key aspects of American Exceptionalism:
Uniqueness:
The United States is seen as qualitatively different from other nations due to its origins, national creed, and institutions.
Mission:
There is an underlying belief that the U.S. has a unique purpose or mission to play on the world stage, often to promote democracy and liberty.
Moral and Political Superiority:
Proponents argue that American values and its political system are unique and often superior to those of other countries, particularly in Europe.
Historical Precedent:
The concept is rooted in American history, with origins dating back to early settlers and phrases like “city upon a hill” used to describe America’s special place.
Rhetorical Tool:
American exceptionalism is frequently invoked by politicians to reinforce these ideas and has been a consistent theme in American political discourse.
Different Strands and Interpretations:
Religious Roots:
The idea of a “chosen nation” and divine ordination has historically been a strong thread within exceptionalism.
Emphasis on Principles:
Some argue that exceptionalism stems from the U.S. founding principles, such as natural law and universal principles, rather than from cultural or ethnic differences.
Global Role:
Exceptionalism often includes the idea that the U.S. has a duty to extend its model of republican democracy and liberalism to other parts of the world.
Question....Will you hang out your flag?
Labor Day was created for fat lazy government workers to have yet another day off. So they can sit around and do nuffim at home as opposed to sittin around doing nuffim at the “work”.
In today’s world, we’re not supposed to talk about that.
Nah, it’s a Commie day
Every democRAT I know recoils when I mention American exceptionalism. They are the enemy and hate America and Americans.
Every democRAT I know recoils when I mention “American exceptionalism.”
They are our sworn enemy; they hate America and Americans a nd are out to do us harm.
Amen.
Someone should explain this to the Left, because they sure don't "properly" understand it!
That is the framework I have always viewed Labor Day in.
Labor Day is a union thing and unions have overplayed their hand.
Money and power soon corrupt. Unions are a prime example.
“spit”
At least our Labor Day isn’t May 1st.
Might as well be.
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