The Shut-Storm’s Silver Lining
The author says that the recent partial government shutdown may have a positive unintended consequence for federal employees.
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The Shutdown and the Economy
The partial government shutdown took a toll on workers, but what effect did have on the national economy?
The Shameful Shutdown
The author provides several examples of why he says the longest government shutdown in history is shameful.
Legislation Would Provide Pay to Federal Employees Working in Shutdowns
Congressman Peter Welch (D-VT) has announced a bill to pay excepted federal employees as part of a plan he is proposing to reopen the government.
The Democratic Party Has Forgotten Its Roots
The author says the shutdown highlights the fact that the Democratic party has forgotten its roots, and federal employees are paying the price.
Legislation Introduced to Prevent Government Shutdowns
A recently introduced bill is designed to prevent government shutdowns by giving Congress consequences for not passing timely spending bills.
Shutdown and ‘A Taste of Armageddon’
The author says that without more dire consequences from shutdowns, it is unlikely that any lessons will be learned from them.
Legislation Introduced to Permanently End Government Shutdowns
Legislation has been reintroduced that aims to put an end to government shutdowns for good.
White House Issues Veto Threat on Individual Funding Bills to Reopen Some Agencies
The White House said it would likely veto four individual funding bills introduced in the House without broader agreement on border security.
What Are You Doing During the Shutdown?
Are you a furloughed federal employee? If so, what are you doing during the shutdown? Tell us your story.
