Labor Day's Surprising Origins | Charleston News

Labor Day, born from late 19th-century worker activism, kicked off with a massive NYC parade in 1882—and the real founder? It’s a tie between Matthew Maguire and Peter J. McGuire, both present at the first celebration. While New York started the push, Oregon passed the first official law in 1887, followed by other states. Congress made it a national holiday in 1894, signed by President Cleveland, keeping the original spirit alive: parades, festivals, and honoring the backbone of America—workers who built this nation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a07d6d82459c99af