Desiree Hellegers talks with Jamie Partridge, of KBOO's own Labor Radio. Jamie Partridge is also a retired postal worker, a labor activist, and a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers. He talks with Desiree about the fallout from the appointment of Trump megadonor Louis DeJoy as Postmaster General, the long history of pushing to privatize the postal service, and the unfolding assault on the US Postal Service in the run up to the presidential election. Jamie notes the work of Jobs with Justice and resources at the Postal Worker's Union. and mentions a petition to reverse DeJoy's recent acts.
Individuals experiencing mail delay should contact the USPS Inspector General, the American Postal Workers Union, their Congressperson and sign the petition.
(202) 224-3121 (Capitol switchboard)
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