I mention two, through which we may see the unjust operation of the present tax on correspondence: first, the well-known franking system, and, secondly, the millions of newspapers, by which an inconceivable amount of mail matter is made a burden on the Post-Office, tasking its transportation and its means of delivery.
Sumner identifies two specific issues that illustrate the unfairness of the current postal tax system, focusing on the franking system and newspaper mail.
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