Thursday, August 20, 2026
USPS is woven into America’s fabric
The Eagle commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary
In the glow of the semiquincentennial of the Declaration of Independence, the Postal Service reflects upon its own history and future potential, The Eagle magazine reports in its summer issue.
The cover story looks at how USPS can optimize its public service mission, its unparalleled national network and its inimitable employees to elevate its role as a vital common thread in the national fabric.
Other topics include a stylish semiquincentennial collaboration with Ralph Lauren that yielded the American Icons stamps and more; an exploration of the Postal Service’s role in helping members of the military and their families stay connected; and a look at the organization’s ties to several of the country’s presidents with postal employment backgrounds.
The issue also includes a brief reader survey, accessible here or by scanning a QR code on the back cover. Your opinions are valued and will help the magazine be your window into what USPS is doing and planning to make the organization the undisputed leader in mailing and shipping.
The Postal Service mailed The Eagle to employees’ homes in July. It is also available on Newsroom, the USPS online news hub.
USPS employees have a duty to protect the mail
They should never steal, delay or destroy letters and packages
The Postal Service is marking USPS Ethics Awareness Week by reminding employees of their duty to protect the sanctity and security of the mail.
Customers trust the Postal Service to timely deliver letters, payments, medications and packages with care.
Stealing, delaying, damaging or destroying mail erodes the public’s confidence and drives customers away. Employees who engage in those actions may lose their job and face criminal prosecution.
Employees who are having trouble keeping up with their assigned duties should speak with a supervisor.
The free, voluntary Employee Assistance Program is available 24/7 to assist any employee. This includes those experiencing personal issues that may be affecting their ability to properly perform their job duties.
Counselors can be reached by calling 800-EAP-4YOU or 800-327-4968.
Any attempts to destroy or steal mail be reported to the USPS Office of Inspector General.
Employees with questions can email the USPS Ethics Office or call 202-268-6346.
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Stamping out fraud
Reader grateful employee acted when faced with questionable postage
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Central Area, Maine-New Hampshire-Vermont District on top in scanning
A snapshot of Postal Service scanning data shows the national rating was 97.32 percent during the week ending Aug. 14, down 0.45 percent from one week earlier.
The data was collected Aug. 19.
Central led the four areas with a rating of 97.56 percent, while Atlantic ranked last with a 96.9 percent rating.
Among the 50 districts, Maine-New Hampshire-Vermont, part of Atlantic Area, ranked first with a 98.47 percent rating, while Alaska, part of WestPac Area, ranked last with a 93.57 percent rating.
Scanning data allows customers to track their mail and packages, which helps USPS deliver excellent service, boost loyalty and drive revenue.
To see the latest data, go to the Informed Visibility website and select “Customer Experience,” followed by “DES 2 Scan Performance.” Postal Service employees must request Informed Visibility access through eAccess.
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USPS is woven into America’s fabric
The Eagle commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary
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USPS employees have a duty to protect the mail
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Featured reader quote
“I absolutely love the story about the retail associate suspecting some stamps were fake, and I’m grateful for his actions. There are so many fake stamps advertised on social...”
— Angela Mathes, Flint, MI
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Central Area, Maine-New Hampshire-Vermont District on top in scanning