I’ve seen so much stuff on what it means and how it affects people but I can’t find anything on the reason behind why anyone wants to shut down the government

  • Pons_Aelius
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    842 years ago

    I would note that the USA is about the only place this is actually possible.

    In pretty much all other democracies, if the parliament fails to pass the budget bill, it triggers a dissolution of both houses and an election is held.

      • Pons_Aelius
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        122 years ago

        I agree but when was the last time a politician (either singly or as a party) voted to restrict their behaviour and power?

        • Pons_Aelius
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          12 years ago

          Probably not. When it happens in other countries, many current members are thrown out of office.

          When their job is on the line…suddenly people are more open to compromise…