Rep. Jonathan L. Jonathan L. Jackson Celebrates Labor Day

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL-01) released the following statement celebrating Labor Day and the contributions of those who made the holiday possible: 

"All across our country, Americans are taking a well-earned rest to spend time with their loved ones this Labor Day Weekend. It is a chance to celebrate the contributions of the countless working men and women who have built the labor movement — like the late, great A. Philip Randolph. 

"A. Philip Randolph was a towering figure in both the labor and civil rights movements. His Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters was the very first Black labor union to achieve a union contract signed by a white employer. Additionally, Randolph was the first to dream of the March on Washington For Jobs and Freedom. 

"To honor the legacy of Randolph and so many others who've powered the labor movement, Congress must pass H.R. 20, the "Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2023," to guarantee every worker can exercise their right to join a union.

"To working men and women everywhere, thank you for your labor, and enjoy the holiday weekend!"

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