Biden celebrates Labor Day by reaffirming commitment to American workers, unions
President Joe Biden marked Labor Day by emphasizing the crucial role that American workers play in the country’s prosperity.
He called for renewed dedication to ensuring every worker has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream, underscoring the significance of the middle class and unions in building the nation.
“It’s Labor Day – a day to stand in solidarity with America’s workers, the backbone of our nation’s prosperity,” President Biden wrote in a statement. “Today we recommit to ensuring that every worker has a shot at achieving the American Dream.”
Throughout his presidency, Biden has consistently highlighted the importance of unions and the middle class, positioning himself as a staunch advocate for workers’ rights. In his Labor Day message, he reiterated this commitment, stating, “Wall Street didn’t build America. The middle class built America and unions built the middle class. I’m proud to be the most pro-Union president in American history folks in this Labor Day.”
The president took the opportunity to celebrate the progress made in creating well-paying jobs that can support families. He also shared a personal anecdote from his father, encapsulating his belief in the dignity and respect that come with fair employment. “We’re celebrating jobs, good paying jobs, jobs. You can raise a family on union jobs,” Biden said. “You’ve heard me say it before, but my dad used to have an expression. He said, Joey, at jobs about a lot more than
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