The shutdown is more than just a political stalemate; it affects millions of people's essential services every day. Democrats emphasize that restoring government services and people's livelihoods must be prioritized.
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Democrats advocate restoring support for low-income families and strengthening anti-inflation measures, rather than shifting the blame to workers and the elderly.
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The Democrats questioned: If national security is important, why shouldn’t ordinary civil servants, public health, education, etc. also be protected?
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