The challenges facing the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) continue to grab the attention of the media and the public. While the dismal performance during the peak season has improved, service levels still have not returned to standard. A second reorganization of the...
Election Day is right around the corner. Like millions of Americans, I took advantage of my state’s push to receive a ballot in the mail. Instead of mailing it back, I deposited it in a drop box at the town hall. Not...
The first political campaign I worked on took place in 1990. I’d just returned to Massachusetts after serving in the Army. Elections were taking place for state-wide offices, including the governor, attorney general and treasurer. I’d worked in the Massachusetts State House...
“Email is faster and cheaper than snail mail.” “I pay all of my bills from my phone.” “The only mail I get is junk mail.” Sound familiar? These comments and similar statements are often made in arguments against the need for the United States Postal...