“The wealth of society is its stock of productive labor.”~James Mackintosh Scottish jurist, doctor, barrister, journalist, judge, administrator, professor, philosopher and politician James Mackintosh was born on this day in 1765.
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Random Quote for September 28, 2026
“Fair treatment in the work force is no longer exclusively a labor issue, nor is it a women’s issue—it is a fundamental economic issue.”~Madeleine Kunin Swiss-born American diplomat, author, and politician Madeleine Kunin was born on this day in 1933.
Random Quote for May 14, 2026
“The lowest stage of humanity is experienced when the individual must labour for a small pittance of wages from others.”~Robert Owen Welsh textile manufacturer, philanthropist, political philosopher and social reformer Robert Owen was born on this day in 1771.
Random Quote for March 12, 2026
“The plain truth is that labor is the chief representative force that keeps the real special interests from dominating American political life.”~Lane Kirkland American labor union leader Lane Kirkland was born on this day in 1922.
Random Quote for December 18, 2025
“It is rather hard to be accused of shiftlessness and idleness when the accuser closes the avenue of labor and industrial pursuits to us.”~George Henry White American politician, attorney, and banker George Henry White was born on this day in 1852.
Random Quote for November 29, 2025
“The labor movement means just this: It is the last noble protest of the American people against the power of incorporated wealth.”~Wendell Phillips American abolitionist, labor reformer, temperance activist, advocate for Native Americans, orator, and attorney Wendell Phillips was born on this day in 1811.
