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South Dakota’s Labor Day Paradox | Sioux Falls News
Labor Day’s roots trace back to the 1880s labor movement, but in South Dakota, union membership is shockingly low—just 2.7% of the workforce. Yet the state boasts one of the nation’s strongest job markets, with unemployment at just 2%. Driven by in-migration and an aging population, healthcare is poised for massive growth—potentially needing nearly 5,000 new workers—with AI and energy also leading future job trends. Meanwhile, publishing and telecom face declines. South Dakota also stands out for its high female workforce participation, especially in agriculture. And while Labor Day’s origins…
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