John,

The United States Postal Service (USPS), an indispensable link to goods, services, and communication, is in grave danger due to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. His so-called "dramatic changes," purportedly aimed at modernization and cost-saving, are instead destabilizing this vital national institution and causing widespread harm.

In a recent address at the 2023 National Postal Forum, DeJoy boasted about his ongoing plans for USPS transformation. He gave alarming indications of his intention to consolidate postal processing centers, leading to potential facility closures. This threatens a delivery network that reaches 165 million households six days a week, providing a lifeline to communities -- particularly those in rural and remote areas -- that private delivery companies often overlook.

Since DeJoy assumed his position, USPS has seen a significant drop in service quality. Mail delivery has slowed dramatically, thousands of jobs have been slashed, mail processing facilities have shuttered, and the cost of postal services has surged. Despite these detrimental effects, DeJoy persists in his drive to privatize USPS -- a move that would undoubtedly lead to higher prices, worse service, and reduced accessibility to vital postal services.

We are not powerless in the face of these threats. We can take action. We must demand transparency, accountability, and the chance for public input on these drastic plans.

Join us in sending a resounding message to the USPS Inspector General and the Postal Regulatory Commission. They must step in NOW to allow public feedback on DeJoy's "dramatic changes".

The USPS is more than just a delivery service -- it is a vital component of our national infrastructure and a cornerstone of our communities. We cannot allow it to be dismantled and sold off to the highest bidder.

DeJoy’s tactics are concerning, but his lack of transparency is even more alarming. Rather than involving the public -- the very individuals and communities who rely on USPS services -- DeJoy is intent on cloaking the details of his plans until it's too late for any form of meaningful objection.

This cannot and will not stand. Public services need public input. We demand transparency, accountability, and the right to voice our concerns. This is not just about preserving a key public service -- it's about standing up for our rights, our communities, and the many USPS workers who may lose their livelihoods.

That's why we urge you to join us in calling on the USPS Inspector General and the Postal Regulatory Commission to step in NOW and allow public feedback on DeJoy's plans.

Thank you for standing up for the USPS.

- Amanda

Amanda Ford, Director
Democracy for America
Advocacy Fund