Huff Post: Look for the Union Label for Your Labor Day Picnic or BBQ

[Omaha Steve]

09/05/2016 10:16 am ET | Updated 1 hour ago

Peter Dreier
E.P. Clapp Distinguished Professor of Politics, Occidental College

American families should look for the union label when buying items for their Labor Day party or cookout.

Over many years, America’s workers battled for the right to have a voice at work. Labor Day should be a celebration of the labor movement’s accomplishments — the weekend, an end to child labor, the eight-hour day, Medicare and safer workplaces, among them — and a reminder that there are still workers struggling to improve life for their families, communities and society.

How you spend your money can make a difference for our country, our communities, our families and our friends. By purchasing union-made goods and services made by companies that provide fair wages, safe working conditions and access to health care, conscientious consumers help protect and grow America’s middle class. You also have the security of knowing that your money is buying quality goods made in ethical shops.

Fortunately, two union-sponsored website, Union Label and Labor411, help consumers identify union-made products.

Need a new grill for your cookout?

Both Weber and Thermador grills are made with union hands.

FULL story: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/peter-dreier/look-for-the-union-label-_1_b_11865466.html

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