Postal workers in Denver are taking part in “Day of Action” to encourage mail-in voting ahead of the election

Postal workers who are members of the American Postal Workers Union in Denver gathered for a rally on Tuesday. They joined other postal workers in 90 cities across the country ahead of next month’s election.

They are in the middle of contract negotiations and wanted to raise awareness by promoting Vote By Mail that all election-related mail is safe and secure.

Union members are also pushing for better service from the USPS. Their message is that safe and timely service should apply all year round, not just before elections.

“We have very knowledgeable people on our side who are fighting for fair wages and better staffing. I am optimistic that we will achieve this. Our last contract was signed without entering into arbitration, so we’re keeping our fingers crossed that we’ll get there,” said Laviena Vargas, president of the Denver American Postal Workers Union.

She also said staffing needs to be addressed, especially because the USPS is now processing more packages than ever before.