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On the recordJune 9, 2010
In the past, I have spoken about the need for the Postal Service to focus not just on closing facilities, but also expanding access to the services that it offers.
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Tom Carper
Democratic · Delaware

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Carper emphasizes the importance of expanding Postal Service access, not just closing facilities.

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