While today Labor Day is often celebrated as the unofficial end of summer — the last day for beaches, vacation seasons and outdoor pools, and in some cases the last day of summer break for public school systems — its intended purpose is to celebrate the contribution of the labor force. This episode is brought to you by Kettle & Fire. Save 10% off your order with code BetterHumanhood. Links: • NYT article on first Labor Day march • Oregon celebrates Labor Day • Congress declares a federal holiday • May Day Haymarket Riot • Department of Labor outlines Labor Day • AFL-CIO statement on Labor Day • JoshShear.com: The Origins of Labor Day