Earlier this week, December 22nd marked the one-year anniversary of the longest government shutdown in US history, a thirty-five day work stoppage that affected nearly a million government workers. The shutdown -- the third during the Trump administration -- affected about one-fourth of government activities, locking out hundreds of thousands of workers while others were forced to work without pay. The Congressional Budget Office estimated the shutdown cost the American economy at least $11 billion dollars.
On this week’s Labor History Today podcast, Patrick Dixon speaks with Gregory Guthrie, president of Local 1627 of the National Federation of Federal Employees about what he witnessed a year ago. You can find Labor History Today wherever you listen to podcasts; just search for Union City Radio. In today’s labor history, on this date in 1869, the Knights of Labor was founded. Its Constitution bars from membership “parasites,” including stockbrokers and lawyers. Today’s labor quote is from "Song for the Knights of Labor" from the "Iron & Gold" historical musical: All through this world of beauty and woe One simple law the centuries show: Our Maker's decree If Maker there be Labor must reap what labor does sow. Labor must reap what labor does sow. Union City Radio is supported by our friends at Union Plus. They’ve got a credit card with 24/7 U.S.-based phone customer service, competitive rates, AND exclusive benefits for union members. Join 700,000 union members who’re using the Union Plus Credit Card Program. Find out more at theunioncard.com.
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