For Some, Labor Exploitation Day
Labor Day was created in the 19th century by the unions, to celebrate the economic achievements of American workers. But if we look at the 21st century \u201ceconomic achievements\u201d by U.S. corporations in taking advantage of their low wage employees, we might as well rename it Labor Exploitation Day. Big low-wage employers are now issuing ATM style "payroll cards" instead of paychecks, costing low wage employees hundreds of dollars a year just to access their money.