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Monday Open Thread: Happy Labor Day!

Posted on September 5, 2016 by rikyrah

Today, we respect those who fought the fight to provide opportunities for so many of us.   There are so many things that we take for granted that were provided to us because of the Labor Movement. 40 hour week … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | 1963 March on Washington Heroes: Asa Philip Randolph

Posted on August 20, 2013 by rikyrah

This week is the 50th Anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for Justice and Jobs. Let’s look back at some of the heroes of the March.   Today’s hero is Asa Philip Randolph.   Asa[1] Philip Randolph (April 15, … Continue reading →

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