Labor Day Lookback: Historical Context & the State of Labor in NM Today

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This week, Lou DiVizio explores the history of Labor Day and the state of labor in New Mexico in 2024. Lou sits down with University of New Mexico professor Dr. Jason Scott Smith as he explains the roots of the holiday and considers how Americans should measure economic success in our country. Then, Albuquerque-based labor lawyer Stephen Curtice talks to Lou about his work and provides a snapshot of the state of labor today in New Mexico. The Roots and History of Labor Day Correspondent: Lou DiVizio Guest: Dr. Jason Scott Smith, Ph.D., Professor, University of New Mexico History Department The State of Labor in NM Correspondent: Lou DiVizio Guest: Stephen Curtice, Labor Attorney, Youtz & Valdez Firm

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