Americans have an expectation that the Postal Service will abide by its well-known, although unofficial, motto - a commitment to deliver.

We also very importantly recommend continued growth in the Army and the Marine Corps end strength.

We have already seen evidence that, notwithstanding the addition of substantial resources, we are experiencing great stress in recruiting and not inconsequential retention problems.

The study also included the disturbing revelation that most of the troops who reported having mental health problems also reported that they did not seek or did not receive care for their problems.

Americans have an expectation that the Postal Service will abide by its well-known, although unofficial, motto - a commitment to deliver.

But the fact is, Mr. Chairman, for all the challenges the Postal Service of the 21st century faces, it still retains its traditional place as a key cog in how American businesses conduct their affairs and how Americans all across this land communicate.

Last month, the Iraqi people went to the polls, voting in their first free election in more than 50 years.