Those who work for a living make America better; those who do not work weaken it.
Those who work for a living help maintain the economy; those who do not work destabilize it.
Those who work contribute to the national standard of living; those who do not work lower it.
Those who work raise the standard of national education; those who do not work undermine the primary reason for education.
Those who work can raise the cultural climate of our country; those who do not work lower the quality of our culture.
Those who work will always have respect; those who do not work will have less respect and may forget how to behave respectfully.
Those who work will always have greater dignity; those who do not work will never feel as good about themselves.
Those who work will protect America’s freedom and ability to stay free; those who do not work move our nation toward slavery.
Those who work deserve a fair wage, safety in the workplace, and the gratitude of the nation.
Happy Labor Day.
Charles W. Short 