The last government shutdown lasted 35 days and started Dec. 21, 2018, when Donald Trump was president. It followed brief shutdowns in January and Feb

[Penelope]

over the wall. He had been in control of congress, the house and the senate. The republicans were at fault. Democrats , don't give in, call their bluff.
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MSN

 

[candycorn]

The GOP always comes out of these things looking more obstructionist than they did before.

It's what their looney base wants...

 

[Crepitus]

Just saw Tim Kane saying they had a short term deal.

 

[Harpy Eagle]

It's what their looney base wants...

This is a the key

 

[Harpy Eagle]

Just saw Tim Kane saying they had a short term deal.

It is all Kabuki Theater, or DCs version of WWE if you like. It is all made up drama

 

[Penelope]

Just saw Tim Kane saying they had a short term deal.

If the bill is not enacted, the federal government would face a shutdown after the calendar turns to Friday. The deal announced by Schumer would keep the government open through Dec. 3.

Senate reaches deal to avoid government shutdown, Schumer announces

The bill would ensure that the federal government remains open until December.

www.nbcnews.com

 

[22lcidw]

The GOP always comes out of these things looking more obstructionist than they did before.

It's what their looney base wants...

If I knew back then what I know today, I would have not had any children and if married, had the good life. Travelled to every place with very few worries. Those who do the real things for generational advancement while keeping expenses to their own resources are the real suckers of the modern western world. Looney for that way of living is right.

 

[JWBooth]

I love kabuki theater