FedEx founder Fred Smith passed away at age 80. A Marine Corps veteran and Yale graduate, Smith’s innovative “hub and spoke” delivery system revolutionized the express shipping industry, transforming FedEx into a global logistics giant. His contributions extended beyond business, encompassing significant philanthropy and a lasting impact on Memphis. Smith’s legacy includes not only a transformative company but also a commitment to public service.
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David Steiner, former CEO of Waste Management and current FedEx board member, has been appointed the next postmaster general of the U.S. Postal Service. This appointment, announced by the USPS Board of Governors, has raised concerns among postal unions who fear it signals an impending privatization of the service. Critics cite Steiner’s background as a conflict of interest, given FedEx’s competition with USPS. While Steiner and the board maintain that he will uphold the USPS’s mission, unions express deep apprehension about potential job losses and the erosion of universal service. The appointment comes amidst a 10-year modernization plan and ongoing financial challenges for the agency.
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As I read through the news about the former FedEx driver who was sentenced to just six days in prison for selling guns he stole from packages, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of shock, frustration, and incredulity. Who goes to prison for only six days? Is this a typo? Isn’t he supposed to be in county jail instead? These questions swirled in my mind as I tried to make sense of the seemingly lenient punishment for such a serious offense.
According to the Department of Justice, O’Toole, the former FedEx driver, stole three packages containing rifles and shotguns that were intended for a Federal Firearms Licensee.… Continue reading
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