This raise will help nearly 10 million hard-working Americans build a better future. As we celebrate Labor Day, we should also give thanks to those who came before us and who strived to improve working conditions and create fair labor laws. These reformers brought dignity to the workplace and integrity to our society.
Workers are the heart and soul of our nation.
Yet, we will only see wages grow and the number of jobs steadily increase for those workers if we emphasize education and training, partnership between labor and management, and responsibility by all for improving the quality of the goods and services we produce. In the twilight of this century, it is our responsibility to prepare our workers for the challenges of the next. As we pause today to celebrate the many contributions of the American worker, let us rededicate ourselves to this important effort. Best wishes to all for a memorable Labor Day.