Welcome to the stars, intrepid traveller.

From the Credo Action wesbite:

As a result, the post office has closed branches in some of the most rural areas, where it was the only government-affiliated location for miles around.

Rural post offices in particular are important institutions. Closing them, especially in areas with little or no access to broadband internet service, could have a major impact on the communities they serve. And closing them won't save much money.

This is reminding me of Terry Pratchett's marvellous Discworld novel Going Postal (which is all about saving the Post Office and the virtues of snail mail). I never thought I'd see life imitating art. On a more serious note, please help save the US Post Office. It's achieved vital work delivering mail at very cheap prices especially for people in rural areas with limited or no access to the internet. This petition can only be signed by Americans. If you're not American, then please feel more than free to spread the word. Thank you for your support! :) http://act.credoaction.com/campaign/usps_sat_delivery/