It should come as no surprise that the U.S. Postal Service, plans to close over 3,000 post offices across the United States. When was the last time you actually mailed something on a regular basis anyway?
Like most of you, I don't usually mail personal letters or items that much anymore. In fact, besides holidays, special events or birthdays, I can't recall when I've ever resorted to "snail mail" to communicate. Alas, the internet is once again to blame for the eventual demise of regular mail perhaps?
Email and video calling have had significant impacts on the overall longevity of the Postal Service. The prevalent use of these alternative communication methods via the internet has caused the US Postal Service to lose significant volume of mail delivery at a cost of $8 billion dollars. This past week, they released a list of possible offices to shut down. Ideas like terminating Saturday delivery has been suggested but eliminating postal worker jobs could be another ominous suggestion as well.
Is it's eventual demise forthcoming? There's no easy answer for the survival of the Postal Service, given the advancements in electronic communication. Perhaps the private sector could take over and help stem the loss of money. Closing down offices, limiting delivery times and laying off workers are perhaps some uneasy answers for it's survival.
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