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New Yorkers Reflect on the Meaning of Work

Published - Sep 04 2009 12:27 PM

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Monday (Sept 7) is Labor Day in America, a day most Americans associate with a three day weekend and a farewell to summertime. However, this national holiday is also a time to honor workers and the central place their labor has in our lives. VOA's Adam ... Read Full Story

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