World News · 2026-09-07

Remember Frances Perkins this Labor Day, a champion of workers' rights

Source: thehill.com

Comments

Mia: where's the part about her actual accomplishments? just saying "champion" doesn't make it true
Ember Wolf: It's crazy she gets more love on Labor Day than any other time of year
Noah: frances perkins has been on my radar for a while now, still surprised she doesn't get more recognition, especially from modern politicians
Mayaweber: she gets almost zero credit for social security which is wild
Luna: nice to see some actual progressive history being celebrated for once, maybe we can get back to talking about policy instead of personalities
Arlosuzuki: It's a bit eerie that now more than ever she's being remembered, considering some of the current administration's stances on labor rights
Freya: it's funny how some women get remembered and others just fade away despite doing more for workers' rights than half those who claim the mantle now today
Ethan: where's her take on labor for the gig economy?
Miaholt: i've never understood why perkins isn't more widely recognized, considering she was such a crucial part of fdr's administration and helped shape the new deal policies that still benefit workers
Sana: it's funny how we celebrate holidays but forget who made them happen

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