USPS: Handle Election Mail, Political Campaign Mail properly

Posted on March 10, 2016March 10, 2016 by 21cpw

The Postal Service is reminding employees of the differences between the tags for Political Campaign Mail and Election Mail. Red Tag 57, for Political Campaign Mail, may be used on campaign mailings by registered political candidates and organizations engaging in issue advocacy or voter mobilization. Green Tag 191, for domestic and international ballots, may only…

Postal Bulletin: Be Prepared — Election and Political Mail on the Rise

Posted on June 12, 2014June 12, 2014 by 21cpw

Many states nationwide have adopted policies such as “No Excuse Absentee Voting” and “Vote-by-Mail.” These alternatives to voting at a polling station on Election Day provide the Postal Service™ with an opportunity to increase First-Class Mail® volume and revenue, and enhance the value of mail. Leading up to the mid-term election on November 4, 2014,…