(Still with the U.S. Postal Service)...about that 'FOREVER' printed so boldly on the last few years' rate increased stamps? Forever Stamps were created by the United States Postal Service (USPS) in 2007. They are non-denominational First Class postage, which means that they can be used to mail First Class letters no matter what the postal rate. For example, in 2008 it cost $0.42 to mail a normal-sized letter weighing one ounce or less to an address within the United States. In 2009, the rate increased to $0.44. Customers who purchased Forever Stamps in 2008 at the rate of $0.42 each may still use those stamps to mail their First Class letters today without adding an additional $0.02 stamp to the envelope.
So, according to the above, that's a pretty good deal...if you happen to be Warren Buffett and can buy $5 million worth of 'FOREVER' stamps.
But what about the rest of us? The 99% who are lucky if we can pay the rent/mortgage, some bills, and food and still have a dime left by the end of one financial cycle? We're the ones who get stuck with every new increase 'request' by the USPS, which lately have been the equivalent of a grand slam every time they get up to bat?
Patently unfair, and in a way, false advertising too...unless they want to include the explanation provided by Stamps.com on each and every stamp. That should keep them busy for a while.
But I still think my Pony Express idea is the best way to go. Benjamin Franklin would be proud.
