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> I was just trying this weekend to compile a playlist celebrating Labor Day and I realized that I knew of zero songs about a strong work ethic, or loving one's employer, or enjoying the workday

You do realize that Labor Day is not about any of those things, right?

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I was about to post a Wikipedia link to the Haymarket Square Massacre, but then realized that had more to do with May Day, then thought, "wait, Labor Day and Memorial Day are backwards on the calendar" (Labor Day would most naturally be in May, associated with May Day, no?), then found this explanation:

https://www.britannica.com/story/why-is-labor-day-celebrated...

I raised an eyebrow reading this part. The irony here is palpable.

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