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Agreed. For me, the switch to group mailboxes in urban/suburban areas reduced package theft, since my last few group mailboxes have had parcel lockers, so I att
by ajford 6y ago
Agreed. For me, the switch to group mailboxes in urban/suburban areas reduced package theft, since my last few group mailboxes have had parcel lockers, so I attributed that to the lack of USPS concern regarding package theft. I've only had one item delivered to the door by USPs in the last 6 years or so.
That's my major concern with the attempt to privatize the postal service. Right now, parcels through USPS are protected federally, but I don't think that extends to private couriers like UPS/FedEx/Amazon. These private couriers are also unable to use your mailbox/parcel lockers (which does make sense since these individuals aren't vetted like postal employees are).
Removing protections from parcels by privatizing all mail is rather chilling, as I strongly doubt we'll get similar legal protections.