American labor history

American labor history traces the development of workers' rights and labor movements from the colonial period to today. Initially marked by long hours and poor conditions, workers began organizing in the 19th century, forming unions to advocate for better wages and conditions. Key events, like the Haymarket Riot and the establishment of Labor Day, highlight struggles for rights. The New Deal era solidified labor's influence, promoting laws that supported workers. In recent decades, globalization and technological changes have challenged labor, but unions and worker movements continue to play essential roles in advocating for fair treatment in the workplace.