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The franking privilege refers to the right of members of Congress to send mail to their constituents at the government's expense. Their signature (or a facsimile) is placed on the corner of the envelope, where the stamp would normally go. Many collectors try to obtain actual signature franks. Early franks from famous people are worth some big bucks!

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What do you mean by Franking. Why Franking was invented and how it works?

"Franking" refers to the ability to send mail cost free without paying postage. In the US, members of Congress all enjoy a 'franking privilege" and mail sent from them using this privilege has their signature (or a facsimile of it) in the area where the stamp would normally be affixed. It was instituted in the early days of the US to allow members of Congress to communicate freely with their constituents back home without having to go to the personal expense of paying postage for the letters.


Does the government take any money from the USPS?

No, the USPS is a government owned service that is self sufficient and receives no tax money. All profits are funneled back into the service and none go into the general fund.


Do us congressmen receive free stamps?

Yes they do. Its called franking


Why did minor parties in the US fail?

Because the current government system supports major parties more with the franking privilege and funding. Minor parties still run because sometimes they can bring up issues not normally brought up or "steal" votes from major parties, influencing the outcome.


Can you send a letter free by writing frank on it?

No. You can't send it for free. Franking privilege extends to members of the US Congress to allow them to freely communicate with their constituents. The postage was originally computed and paid to the Postal Service, but this was later discontinued as "revenue foregone" was credited and collected through other postal rates.


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No. The capitalized version refers to the US Senate, a proper noun. When used with other nouns (Senate chamber, Senate hearings), it is a noun adjunct. A related adjective is senatorial.


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How is the President of the US Senate chosen?

Senate PresidentThe President of the US Senate is the Vice President of the US. you got to write names on it


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