Postmaster General Louis DeJoy announced August 18 that he is reversing his highly controversial service cuts until after the general election in November.
Count me as skeptical.
First, let’s take stock of the damage he has done:
- Prescription drug delays, threatening the health of veterans and seniors.
- Bills held up, risking poor credit scores and accounts turned over to collection agencies.
- Pension and other checks arriving late, meaning no food on the table and rent or mortgage unpaid.
DeJoy has suddenly become transparent and cooperative, at least in his official statement. He’s now restoring overtime when needed to get all the mail delivered on time. But can we trust this political appointee who also owns stock in USPS’ direct competitors?
Here’s an action plan:
- Let’s call our Congress person about our concerns about the postal service.
- Let’s peacefully demonstrate at our local post office to ensure DeJoy keeps his word.
- Let’s demand that the USPS Board of Governors go on record supporting DeJoy’s reversal, and also pledge it will never happen again. Prescription medicine, bills, and checks must be priorities.
- Let’s also demand that the mail never again becomes politicized. Corrupt politicians want us to lose confidence in our letter carriers and package-delivery people. Let’s not fall into their trap.
And while we’re at it, let’s reaffirm that voting is a sacred right. It should not be trampled on by those seeking political advantage. The USPS should be aiding, not blocking, our access to the ballot.
We must stand firm until the United States Postal Service is restored to its rightful place: Serving the American people and ensuring ballots are delivered in time to be counted.
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Written by Ron Cooper, a retired newspaper reporter, who blogs on coronavirus, aging, and other topics at RonCooperAuthor.com. He is the author of three books, the latest “A Grateful Survivor: Tips & Tributes for Cancer Caregivers.” (Amazon)