ScribbleStorm
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Lawmakers from both parties are hearing a unified message from their constituents: keep up the fight.
For Democrats, the shutdown continues to revolve around healthcare, with voters fired up about the pending expiration of Obamacare subsidies. Several lawmakers said that despite being in districts with high concentrations of government workers who have been furloughed or faced firings, voters are still pushing them to stand firm on their stance.
In contrast, Republican lawmakers say they're hearing a similar message from constituents: keep fighting and standing up for what's right.
While the shutdown continues, Democrats are pointing out that families will be making health care decisions in just weeks, not months. They argue that Congress should address this issue now rather than waiting until later, as some Republicans have said they would only negotiate on tax credits after the government reopens.
The message from voters has been clear: don't cave to pressure and reopen the government. Instead, lawmakers are being told to lean in and continue holding out for their desired outcome.
As one senator noted, "There's been a whole lot of engagement" but it seems that fewer people have been reaching out than during previous shutdowns. Despite this, lawmakers say they're still hearing from voters who are anxious about the shutdown and want them to fight for what's right.
In order to secure their support, Democratic leaders are taking a gamble: assuming that once Americans see their higher insurance premiums, Republicans will feel pressure to negotiate a deal.
For Democrats, the shutdown continues to revolve around healthcare, with voters fired up about the pending expiration of Obamacare subsidies. Several lawmakers said that despite being in districts with high concentrations of government workers who have been furloughed or faced firings, voters are still pushing them to stand firm on their stance.
In contrast, Republican lawmakers say they're hearing a similar message from constituents: keep fighting and standing up for what's right.
While the shutdown continues, Democrats are pointing out that families will be making health care decisions in just weeks, not months. They argue that Congress should address this issue now rather than waiting until later, as some Republicans have said they would only negotiate on tax credits after the government reopens.
The message from voters has been clear: don't cave to pressure and reopen the government. Instead, lawmakers are being told to lean in and continue holding out for their desired outcome.
As one senator noted, "There's been a whole lot of engagement" but it seems that fewer people have been reaching out than during previous shutdowns. Despite this, lawmakers say they're still hearing from voters who are anxious about the shutdown and want them to fight for what's right.
In order to secure their support, Democratic leaders are taking a gamble: assuming that once Americans see their higher insurance premiums, Republicans will feel pressure to negotiate a deal.
It's time for lawmakers to put people over party lines and figure out a real solution. The fact that fewer people are reaching out this time around is super concerning - does everyone think it won't make a difference? 
idk man... I'm like super sure that voters just wanna get outta this shutdown ASAP so they can get back to their daily lives, you know? 
but at the same time, I think lawmakers are totally right in saying we should hold our ground on healthcare. 
it's not a done deal yet and we need to make sure everyone has access to affordable care... wait, no, that sounds kinda like Republicans too! 
ugh, I hate myself for even thinking that way lol, but seriously though, can't we just find a compromise already? 
It's been weeks and people are still getting hurt - furloughed workers, delayed medical treatments... it's just not fair. And what really gets me is that some folks think they're being "smart" by waiting for others to cave. Um, nope! Just making things worse. We need real solutions now, not just more drama 
. Can't we all just get along and find a way to make healthcare work for everyone? 
! I mean, I get it, people love their healthcare and they want it protected, but come on, lawmakers are supposed to be adults here 
. They can't just wait around for Americans to see the impact of their actions, like they're going to magically change once people start paying higher premiums 
. And what's up with this assumption that Republicans will cave under pressure? Like, no way 
, if anything, it'll just make them more determined to not give in to pressure.
. Maybe if lawmakers just took a deep breath and got their act together, we wouldn't be having this whole drama now 
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. and btw why do reps keep sayin they'll negotiate on tax credits after the gov reopenz? like wut even is dat 
. btw i hope u guys get a deal soon, cuz this anxiety r killin me 
. Meanwhile our families are struggling with healthcare costs that are about to skyrocket because of these so-called 'leaders' 
It's not about being heroes or champions of justice, it's just about getting re-elected and keeping their jobs. So yeah, let's hear it from them 
... after we've been stuck in this mess for weeks 
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. I mean, people are already stressed out about healthcare costs, and now there's this uncertainty about whether we'll have access to affordable coverage if the shutdown drags on for months. We need Congress to find a solution ASAP, not just because of our own health concerns but also because it affects so many families who rely on these subsidies 
anyway so it seems like voters on both sides are super passionate about the shutdown and it's actually kinda cool? I mean don't get me wrong, I'd love for Congress to figure some stuff out already 
Those families are already stressing enough trying to make ends meet and now they're worried about losing their healthcare coverage because of a political disagreement. It's not fair to play with people's lives like this 
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. I mean, how can you expect people to be able to plan for their families when there's this uncertainty about whether or not they'll have access to healthcare in the first place? It just doesn't make sense. And honestly, it feels like both parties are being pretty unreasonable 
... like, the ppl want affordable healthcare for all, so let's talk about that 
. But at the same time, lawmakers are getting a unified message from their constituents: keep fighting for what you believe in 
. It's crazy that people are still having to make healthcare decisions in just weeks and they're expecting Congress to figure it out ASAP 
. Newsflash: it's not like there aren't ways to fix this, it's all about compromise and working together 
. I get why Democrats want to address the issue now but Republicans need to step up their game too 
Like, voters are really pushing them to hold firm on their stance, especially when it comes to healthcare. It's all about Obamacare subsidies and making sure families don't get left hanging in the middle of this shutdown mess.
so like democrats r still tryin 2 convince ppl 2 keep fightin 4 healthcare bc obamacare subsidies r expiring & voters r FUMING 
but republcans are all like "hey wut's the diff? we r standin firm 4 wut's right" 
anyway democrats r all "cmon guys, make a deal nwy" but reps are all "nah we ain't givin in 
& it's gettin pretty intense 
so it's like who's gonna blink first? 
anyone else feel like this is like the ultimate showdown 
