Quote: A pamphlet, no matter how good, is never read more than once. But a song is learned by heart and repeated over and over. – Joe Hill

In honor of Labor Day, we take a look at labor reform from its American beginnings to the 21st century through music and words. Come and celebrate.

Music:
“Joe Hill” by Alfred Hayes and Earl Robinson, sung by Paul Becker
“9 to 5” by Dolly Parton, sung by Catherine McNabb, Shelli Pitner on piano
“Which Side Are You On?” by Florence Reece, sung by Marj Iuro
“16 Tons” by Merle Travis, sung by Rob Wamstad, Doug Rodgers, and Douwe Rienstra
“More Than a Paycheck” by Ysaye Barnwell, sung by Shelley Brown, Pilar Grau, Marj Iuro, Pat Rodgers, JES Schumacher, Dorothy Westland