USPS Postmaster General David Steiner has expressed his opposition to privatizing the agency, stating that it should remain an independent entity within the executive branch. Steiner, who took office on Tuesday, believes that the Postal Service can operate successfully under its current structure and meet financial and service performance expectations.
Steiner pointed to improving on-time delivery reliability as a key step in achieving these goals. He stated that showing customers stronger performance will drive long-term revenue growth. The new postmaster general also highlighted recent overhaul efforts that have brought the agency closer to private sector logistics practices, but emphasized his intention to assess and modify existing initiatives.
Steiner acknowledged the need for competitiveness through pricing and product strategies, while also seeking input from employees on future modifications to major programs and strategies. As the USPS navigates its financial struggles, Steiner’s message adds to the growing chorus of opposition to privatization, with many stakeholders calling for the agency’s independence to be preserved.
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