MEMORANDUM
TO: All Concerned Stakeholders
FROM: George Pullen, Chief Economist, MilkyWayEconomy
DATE: January 6th, 2025
SUBJECT: USPS Email Domains for Every American: A National Digital Infrastructure.
In an increasingly digital economy, access to secure, reliable communication is no longer optional—it's essential. The United States Postal Service (USPS) has long been the backbone of trusted physical correspondence in America. It’s time we extend that trust into the digital realm by providing every American with a free, secure email domain, e.g., firstname.lastname@usps.us.
Why USPS Email Domains?
- Digital Equity: A USPS email would ensure every citizen has a secure, verified digital identity, fostering participation in government services, commerce, and education.
- National Security: Privately owned email providers are vulnerable to foreign influence, data breaches, and surveillance. A USPS-managed email domain creates a government-backed layer of cybersecurity.
- Trust and Authenticity: Just as physical USPS mail carries a mark of authenticity, a USPS email domain would serve as verified proof of identity in an era of rampant online fraud and misinformation.
- Public Service, Not Profit: Unlike private tech companies, USPS operates with a mandate to serve the public good, not maximize shareholder returns. This ensures long-term reliability and neutrality.
- Shortening the Digital Divide: USPS as an email service provider truly democratizes access to the critical infrastructure required for today’s digital economy and citizens.
Economic and Social Benefits:
A national email system would reduce reliance on foreign-owned digital infrastructure, strengthen digital communication resilience, and create a revenue-generating opportunity for USPS through premium services for businesses and organizations.
In conclusion, implementing a USPS digital email system isn't just a matter of modernization—it's about national security, economic opportunity, and public trust. The infrastructure for digital communication is just as vital as roads, bridges, and mailboxes. It’s time we build it.
Respectfully,
George Pullen
Chief Economist, Official@MilkyWayEconomy.com