The US Postal Service (USPS) is facing potential privatization, which has sparked widespread concern among postal workers, who are rallying against the move. The postmaster general has agreed to work with the Department of Government Efficiency to cut losses, but critics warn that privatization could lead to job losses, price increases, and closures of post offices, particularly in rural areas.
On Thursday, nearly 100 postal workers and union supporters gathered in Des Moines to voice their concerns about the future of the agency. The rally, which was part of a nationwide effort, aimed to raise public awareness and garner support for a resolution in Congress calling on the USPS to remain an independent establishment of the Federal Government.
Despite its challenges, the USPS enjoys high favorability ratings among the American public. However, critics argue that privatization would be detrimental to rural areas, where addresses are farther apart and final-mile deliveries are not profitable. Postal workers fear that rural residents may have to pay more or may not even receive delivery to their homes.
The move has sparked a heated debate, with some experts arguing that the USPS needs to break even as a nonprofit organization. Others point out that privatization could compromise national security, particularly when it comes to secure communication methods like snail mail.
As Congress weighs its options, postal workers are demanding action to protect the agency’s independence and ensure the continued delivery of vital services to rural communities.
Source: https://eu.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2025/03/21/postal-workers-rally-in-des-moines-against-feared-usps-privatization-doge/82581766007