Did you see Yvette’s email, friend? The postal service needs our help — but President Trump has signaled he would reject any plan providing them with much-needed relief.
— Team Clarke
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Friend — Earlier this month, a Brooklyn postal worker who believes they contracted COVID-19 on the job became ill. In response, I co-authored a letter to the Postmaster General demanding that every postal worker has access to personal protective equipment — it’s the least we can do for those who ensure we all receive our mail six days a week, no matter what is going on in the outside world. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is a vital government institution. For those who cannot leave their home, USPS is a lifeline to prescriptions and food. And let’s not forget the vital role they will play in ensuring our elections will happen safely and securely on June 23rd. Now, USPS is facing financial trouble because of COVID-19, and they are in desperate need of help. But here’s the thing — President Trump has signaled that he will veto any bill providing relief to the post office. This is no way to treat the 600,000 postal workers who have put their lives on the line by continuing to do their jobs during this public health emergency. This is no way to protect seniors or others who are at greater risk of serious illness due to COVID-19, and who rely on the postal service every day.
— Yvette
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