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Should Democrats let the government shut down?


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Published in Politics and Government on Thursday, March 13th 2025 at 23:00 GMT by Vox   Print publication without navigation

  • So the case for allowing a shutdown is also that Democrats would be taking a stand against a presidency that has already challenged legal and constitutional norms, dismantled parts of the federal government and its workforce, and, they say, poses a threat to democracy.

The article from MSN discusses the strategic considerations Democrats face regarding a potential government shutdown. As the deadline for funding the government approaches, Democrats are debating whether allowing a shutdown could politically benefit them by highlighting Republican disarray and obstructionism. The piece outlines the potential impacts of a shutdown, including unpaid federal workers, closed national parks, and disruptions in government services. It also explores the political ramifications, suggesting that while a shutdown might initially damage the GOP's image, historical precedents show mixed outcomes. Democrats are split between those who believe in forcing a shutdown to expose Republican extremism and those who argue for avoiding it to prevent public suffering and maintain governance stability. The article also touches on the internal GOP conflicts, particularly around spending cuts and policy riders, which could precipitate a shutdown if not resolved.

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