Editing National Postal Worker Day (USA) (section)

== Significance of National Postal Worker Day ==
National Postal Worker Day highlights the critical role of postal workers in nation-building and community connectivity. USPS employees deliver to over 156 million addresses six days a week, often facing harsh weather, heavy loads, and even dog bites—over 5,800 letter carriers were bitten in 2024, with Los Angeles reporting the highest incidents (65). Their unofficial motto, inspired by a 500 BC Persian postal system, reflects their commitment: “Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.”

In 2025, the expected theme for National Postal Worker Day is “Innovating Delivery: Honoring Postal Workers in the Digital Age,” emphasizing the integration of traditional mail services with modern innovations like e-commerce logistics and digital tracking. This theme underscores the evolving role of postal workers in a rapidly changing world.