Sep 5, 2016
The movement for paid sick leave
Without national legislation, the Labor Department says nearly 44 million workers don’t have the benefit.
by Reema Khrais
On Labor Day last year, President Barack Obama gave good news to about 800,000 Americans. He signed an executive order requiring paid sick leave for employees of federal contractors. Over the past year, the issue has gained further momentum, especially among states and municipalities.
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