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Statement by APWU President Mark Dimondstein on the Selection of the Next Postmaster General

May 9, 2025
On May 9, 2025, the Postal Board of Governors announced the selection of David Steiner as the next Postmaster General. Steiner is now going through an internal vetting process and is expected to assume the position sometime in July.

Recent Polling Shows Registered Voters Overwhelmingly Favor Public Postal Service, Expanding Services

May 8, 2025
In February, the APWU commissioned a national survey to better understand the public’s sentiment on the public Postal Service and attempts at privatization. Here are the key takeaways 

Recognizing, Avoiding Burnout

Burnout is a state of emotional and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It can occur when you feel overwhelmed and unable to meet constant demands.

Award on Use of "Kelly Girls"

A national-level award by Arbitrator Das on the Postal Service’s use of temporary agency employees.

e-Team Report, Dec. 13, 2013

Senate Panel to Act on S. 1486 on Dec. 18

More on New FECA Regulations

The March-April 2012 issue of  The American Postal Worker addressed significant changes to the administrative policies of the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA). Other important changes are outlined below.  

Our Retail Units Are Not for Sale!

As the old adage says, “the handwriting is on the wall!” The message, “privatize America’s Postal Service,” is in bold print. Just take a look at the retail side of the USPS and you will see a shift from traditional post offices to Village Post...

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