Historical Events tagged with "minimum wage"

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Politics & Government

Truman Introduces the Fair Deal Initiative

January 5th, 1949 76 years ago

In a pivotal State of the Union address, President Harry S. Truman proposed his Fair Deal program, aiming to extend the benefits of the New Deal and improve economic conditions across the United States. Truman outlined an ambitious agenda that included healthcare reforms, increased minimum wages, housing initiatives, and expanded social security. Set against a backdrop of post-World War II recovery, the address sought to address issues such as poverty and racial discrimination, emphasizing the need for fairness and equality in American society. Truman's Fair Deal was both a continuation of his previous policies and a response to contemporary challenges.

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Economics & Industry

Massachusetts Sets Nation's First Minimum Wage

June 4th, 1912 112 years ago

Massachusetts became the first state in the United States to establish a minimum wage law in 1912. This groundbreaking legislation aimed to protect workers, especially women and children, from exploitation and poverty by ensuring they received a living wage. The law stipulated a minimum pay rate for workers in certain industries, a significant step in labor rights. Organized labor groups and social reformers championed this change, advocating for improved working conditions and fair compensation.

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