Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Protecting Workers


The La Folette Seamen's Act of 1915 eased the troubles of seamen when it required decent treatment and a living wage on American merchant ships. This provided necessary compensation for their work. Likewise....



...The Workingmen's Compensation Act of 1916 granted assistance to federal civil-service employees during periods of disability. this was yet another necessary benefit for the common man that was now provided for.

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