I recently read an article on the U.S. Postal Service that was right on the money.

The Postal Service was once a model of proficiency. But over the years it has gone downhill. Service has declined while rates keep going up every year. Like many federal agencies, it would be better off if run privately. Politicians are in a power grab. They want control over every aspect of the person’s life, including the health care system.

I cite the Sun City Post Office at 98th Avenue and Bell Road as an example of a poor operation. At any time the waiting line for service is out the door. At one time a customer could get a numbered ticket and be able to sit down for the long wait. This was taken away and customers are now forced to stand in the long line.

At this point, when I’d go, I would ask the customer behind me if I could go and sit on one of the benches to wait for my turn. Then they took away the benches and again forced customers to stand. This area is made up of older residents. It should be a crime to make them stand and wait, sometimes holding heavy packages. I’ve written to Sen. Jon Kyl, who I hope will correct this drastic thoughtlessness.

The manager of this branch should be relieved of the job and replaced with someone who has common sense. As you know, government employees are never fired for incompetance. Sometimes they get promoted! The quest for a postal job has a long waiting list. Most jobs require little education or training. And the pay is high because of a strong union.

As a retired federal employee, I know there are many good workers, but too often poor workers are paid the same rate. Government workers are forced to look alike, think alike and do alike, with no room for individual thought.

Peoria