It is a path of financial soundness. It is not a Postal Service that runs a negative net equity for 25 years creating a financial burden for future mailers. It is not a service with poor productivity even after substantial automation costs. It is not a service that continues to expect First Class mailers to pay more than their fair share of its costs. Above all, its a path that leads to every door.
Universal service is a common goal of each stakeholder in postal legislation.
That must be the touchstone of any legislative changes to one of our nation's oldest, but still essential, public services. Mr. Chairman, we are prepared to work together with your committee to help the Postal Service plan the best path to the future. Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you, and I will be happy to answer any questions you have for me. Copyright 1996, Newspaper Association of America. All rights reserved.