Labor and Politics in the U.S. Postal Service

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The book offers a unique perspective on the U.S. Postal Service, blending firsthand experiences as a letter carrier with insights from organizational sociology. It evolves from a historical examination of the 1970 reorganization into a broader analysis of ongoing restructuring and technological changes. The author highlights the competitive pressures and political conflicts that have affected the postal service, drawing parallels to similar transformations in various organizations globally. This bottom-up viewpoint aims to illuminate the complexities of labor and politics within a significant public institution.