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- Civility Watchdog: Mike Lee Says Obama Wanted Government ShutdownIrresponsibility is one thing. But does Sen. Mike Lee have actual proof that President Barack Obama wanted the government to shut down?
- Could a Government Shutdown Be the Wakeup Call Many Americans Have Needed?As painful as a Shutdown may be many Americans are ready for a fight. High fuel prices and not enough jobs have caused many Americans to pay close attention to the budget battle raging in Washington.
- How to Survive a Government ShutdownA publication of the Dept of Government Shutdown Survival
Potential Government ShutdownAnother government shutdown is looming.- Government Shutdown 2011 Staved Off for GoodIn the final hours before a government shutdown, Republicans and Democrats finally couldn't afford not to compromise. Therefore, they agreed on another short term extension, while they finish a long term deal that will cut $38 billion.
- Countdown to US Government Shutdown 2011!The US may be headed for a government shutdown soon. That is if lawmakers do not come to an agreement on the budget by midnight Friday. Republicans and Tea Party members are proposing cuts for Planned Parenthood and NPR
- Federal Workers Prepare for Government ShutdownAll federal employees will hurt if the Federal Government actually does shut down, which will begin tonight Friday April 8th at midnight. Congress has been continuing negotiations...
- Planned Parenthood Fight May Lead to Government Shutdown 2011The fight over Planned Parenthood funding and spending cuts threatens to lead to a federal government shutdown, resulting in a military pay freeze, national park closures and worse. Find out what House Speaker John Boehner had to say Friday...
- U.S. Government Shutdown Approaches Zero HourAt 12:01 a.m. tomorrow, the federal government will be locked down at last, after weeks and months of efforts to stave it off. To prevent that again, Republicans and Democrats have only hours left to budge on something.
- Government Shutdown TonightWhat will be the effects on the American people and federal employees when the goverment shuts down tonight?
2011 Government Shutdown: What Happens During a Government Shutdown?A government shutdown could come as early as Friday night. So, what exactly happens during a government shutdown? Find out here, and hear what an Arizona Senator says can prevent one in the first place.- Government Shutdown Could Undo Recession RecoveryThe repercussions of a government shutdown could have severe effects on the economic recovery--and on the financial well-being of Americans like me who are striving to regain an economic foothold.
- How to Weather the Storm of the Impending Government ShutdownCompromise is hard; that is a lesson we learn the hard way very early on in life. This is something our government is still working on and the politicians have been bickering about again. A shutdown seems inevitable.
Possible Government Shutdown Might Affect My Soldier's Pay DayThe Government has to agree by Friday on the Budget or a Government Shut Down might occur. This might have an effect on my Soldiers Pay day on April 15. Agree on a Budget already!
How a Government Shutdown Will Affect YouThe federal government's services and departments pervade American life at all levels. If the government shuts down due to the battle over the budget, how will it affect Americans on Main St.?- Government Shutdown 2011 Becomes Even More InevitableHopes for another deal to avoid a federal government shutdown are dwindling, especially after yesterday's meeting between President Obama and John Boehner. In fact, the fighting may have already begun for 2012 as well.
Poll: Most Prefer Government Shutdown to More SpendingDemocrats have been salivating at the idea of a government shutdown in about the week, should an agreement not be reached for a continuing resolution for the rest of the current fiscal year. They believe that a repeat of 1995 is in the making.- Three Possible Effects of Partial Government Shutdown in 2011Effects of a government shutdown in 2011 will be worse than in 1995.
- Economic Cost of Government Shutdown HighIf Congress does not pass a new spending bill on April 8, another extension is possible. That would prevent a U.S. government shutdown. Who feels the wrath of a government shutdown? Tourism would take a huge hit if national parks close.
- Government Shutdown: Board Up Your Windows, Brace for ImpactThe rhetoric of doom is not inline with the reality of a government shutdown. We've done this 15 times in recent history.
First Person: Government Shutdown Affects Small Businesses, Independent ContractorsA look at how a potential federal government shutdown affects an independent contractor and freelance writer.
Who Will Be Affected by a Federal Government ShutdownCongress has until April 8 to pass a spending bill and avoid a shutdown of non-essential areas of the federal government.- Government Shutdown More Crucial to Avoid Than EverIt seems like a long time ago that a federal government shutdown was the biggest crisis in America. But in the midst of new wars, disasters and nuclear crises, a new shutdown deadline is looming even larger on April 8.
- Government Shutdown Would Make Military Families SufferCongress' failure to pass a budget shows lack of support for troops and their families, as they would suffer under a government shutdown.
- Federal Government Shutdown 2011 Temporarily DelayedIt appears the NFL will be the only institution to lock out this week. The potential federal government shutdown would now start on March 18, as the House approved a stopgap measure yesterday, with the Senate to follow today.
- Federal Government Shutdown 2011 Deadline to Move Back?Friday serves as d-day for Congress at the moment, as the parties are no closer to settling their budget differences. However, they can still pass temporary measures to keep the government running, and one such deal may be passed in the House today.
- Polling Data Suggest that Government Shutdown Not the End of the WorldTwo new polls suggest that the politics of a government shutdown will not necessarily be of benefit for President Obama and the Democrats. This suggests that the best strategy would be to come to terms as soon as possible.
- If There is a Government Shutdown, Obama, GOP and Democrats to BlameObama and the Congress are letting the American people down. They are doing it by playing politics-what's wrong with this picture?
Will a Government Shutdown Occur on March 4?Is a shutdown ahead quite soon for the government? If so, much chaos may ensue.- Federal Government Shutdown 2011 More Costly for GOP?With a potential federal government shutdown a week away, both sides seem set on going over the cliff, if they have to. But according to a new poll, Republicans insiders are very much concerned that the GOP will suffer the most from it.
Government Shutdown ChecklistGovernment shutdown? What to expect and how to prepare.
Are You Prepared for the Looming Government Shutdown of 2011?As government officials battle it out over the budget, taxpayers are going to be left with the fallout of a government shutdown if they don't come to an agreement by March 4. There are several things you can do now to prepare yourself.- Federal Government Shutdown 2011 Another Day CloserAs the battles over Midwestern budgets continue, more people are aware that a federal government budget showdown could result in a lockdown. Contingency plans are being fine tuned, in case nothing is settled by March 4.
- Government Shutdown 2011 Countdown in Full SwingCongress is in recess right now, but when they return on Monday, the top priority will be to avoid the first government shutdown in 16 years. In fact, it would begin on the same day as the projected start of the NFL lockout on March 4.
- The 2011 Government Shutdown and the National Debt: A Different PerspectiveMy analysis of the current budget crisis, the threatened government shutdown and the causes of the current national debt.
Federal Government Shutdown: Some Ignorance with Your Tea?Tea Partiers proud to be ignorant want to fall on their swords over unrealistic budget cuts that could force a government shutdown like the one that occurred in 1995.
Government Shutdown Averted, Budget Impasse May Continue Until JanuaryRepublicans in the Senate were staunchly against a huge spending bill for the federal government. Now Congress has passed a temporary measure funding the government until Tuesday so lawmakers can work out a deal.
Will the Government Shutdown?Is the United States headed for another government shutdown, similar to what occurred during a fight over Medicare and Medicaid spending in 1995? If someone doesn't blink in the Senate, this may well happen.- Government Shutdown Looming…AgainHow many times can the government threaten to shutdown before citizens no longer see the threat or the fear?
- Government Shutdown Has Been Avoided, but the House Republican Budgetary Obsession Requires ExaminationA government shutdown has been avoided as a congressional standoff over federal disaster-relief spending resolved itself. But how obsessive should Congress be about balancing the budget?





