Official Government Shutdown 2023 Thread

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I’m really struggling with the anticipation this time. I’ve been a fed more than 10 years so this isn’t my first shutdown, and financially we’re probably in a better position this time around. But the uncertainty, and the fact that this BS is happening again, is really getting to me. Anyone else feeling this way?

I hear you. It just causes unnecessary stress....

Fellow Feds you need some perspective.

I’ve had tons for family and friends who were laid off recently, some still looking for work months later.

We will be paid. It’s law, even for non exempt. Some bills will be delayed; if things go off the rail, you get hardship withdrawal from TSP, but in general we have good job security and never have to go through the layoff grinder (which is awful for those let go and those remaining).

Now if they start pushing out RIFs, feel free to panic.

In my community, it was exactly the opposite. Anyone working for the Federal government was eligible.

+1 during the last shut down the feds in my school community were treated to multiple breakfasts, thousands of dollars worth of gift cards, clothing, gas, free groceries and more. The contractors and non-feds who were also out of work got nothing. The feds ended up getting repaid but the others did not. It left a bad taste in my mouth, and I spoke up about it when it was happening, but my suggestions fell on deaf ears that it should only be feds. So as an outsider, I think I have compassion for feds, especially lower paid employees, but maintain perspective because other people won’t be getting a paycheck at the end of the day.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I am hoping for a three weeks government shutdown so that my wife and I can travel to Miami and enjoy ourselves. I work remotely but my wife has to be in the office three times a week so we can't travel.

there's no way to know how long the shutdown would last - so your wife would need to be able to get back quickly if they passed something (assuming you are not just a troll trying to stir the pot).

Yes Miami is lovely this time of year, hurricane season, teapot temp jellyfish filled ocean water, oppressive humidity and lingering summer heat.

#notatrolliswear

lol at jellyfish filled water 🙄

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:+1 during the last shut down the feds in my school community were treated to multiple breakfasts, thousands of dollars worth of gift cards, clothing, gas, free groceries and more. The contractors and non-feds who were also out of work got nothing. The feds ended up getting repaid but the others did not. It left a bad taste in my mouth, and I spoke up about it when it was happening, but my suggestions fell on deaf ears that it should only be feds. So as an outsider, I think I have compassion for feds, especially lower paid employees, but maintain perspective because other people won’t be getting a paycheck at the end of the day.

The last several Fed government shutdowns, life was normal for government workers that live in the McLean/Langley area from what I could tell.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m really struggling with the anticipation this time. I’ve been a fed more than 10 years so this isn’t my first shutdown, and financially we’re probably in a better position this time around. But the uncertainty, and the fact that this BS is happening again, is really getting to me. Anyone else feeling this way?

Honestly, no. I’d love a week or so shutdown to spend some time with my parents. Get some things in order, and just relax for a few days.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:The Senate is moving ahead with a bipartisan CR. Plenty of time for the House to come to its senses. This gets ironed out on Thursday. And that’ll be a good thing for the country and feds—despite some who seemingly may be fantasizing about time “off.”

There was an earlier quote that all 100 senators have to agree? Is that BS or legit? They referenced a Reuters article but I don't pay for propaganda.

Reuters is propoganda?

Right! That’s a first. Reuters is a news service. Pure news! Not propaganda at all. Insanity.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:+1 during the last shut down the feds in my school community were treated to multiple breakfasts, thousands of dollars worth of gift cards, clothing, gas, free groceries and more. The contractors and non-feds who were also out of work got nothing. The feds ended up getting repaid but the others did not. It left a bad taste in my mouth, and I spoke up about it when it was happening, but my suggestions fell on deaf ears that it should only be feds. So as an outsider, I think I have compassion for feds, especially lower paid employees, but maintain perspective because other people won’t be getting a paycheck at the end of the day.

The last several Fed government shutdowns, life was normal for government workers that live in the McLean/Langley area from what I could tell.

No, we weren't fine. Yes, my brother thought we were dummies for being stressed and broke because of the 35 day shutdown. Well, we weren't.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The Senate is moving ahead with a bipartisan CR. Plenty of time for the House to come to its senses. This gets ironed out on Thursday. And that’ll be a good thing for the country and feds—despite some who seemingly may be fantasizing about time “off.”

That’s all it took to motivate Rs to do something. Don’t want any feds having “time off”.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m really struggling with the anticipation this time. I’ve been a fed more than 10 years so this isn’t my first shutdown, and financially we’re probably in a better position this time around. But the uncertainty, and the fact that this BS is happening again, is really getting to me. Anyone else feeling this way?

I think because there is the additional uncertainty around WTF will the Republican crazies do next to burn it all down. These aren’t normal times.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The Senate is moving ahead with a bipartisan CR. Plenty of time for the House to come to its senses. This gets ironed out on Thursday. And that’ll be a good thing for the country and feds—despite some who seemingly may be fantasizing about time “off.”

That’s all it took to motivate Rs to do something. Don’t want any feds having “time off”.

Oh really? And it will move forward in the House?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The Senate is moving ahead with a bipartisan CR. Plenty of time for the House to come to its senses. This gets ironed out on Thursday. And that’ll be a good thing for the country and feds—despite some who seemingly may be fantasizing about time “off.”

That’s all it took to motivate Rs to do something. Don’t want any feds having “time off”.

Oh really? And it will move forward in the House?

Doesn't their CR contain Ukraine funding? That won't fly with these crazies. They also won't agree to anything that doesn't contain cuts. They've dug their heels in. There's no way they're backing down now.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am hoping for a three weeks government shutdown so that my wife and I can travel to Miami and enjoy ourselves. I work remotely but my wife has to be in the office three times a week so we can't travel.

there's no way to know how long the shutdown would last - so your wife would need to be able to get back quickly if they passed something (assuming you are not just a troll trying to stir the pot).

Yes Miami is lovely this time of year, hurricane season, teapot temp jellyfish filled ocean water, oppressive humidity and lingering summer heat.

#notatrolliswear

lol at jellyfish filled water 🙄

I’m assuming you aren’t from Florida. End of summer Atlantic is like a hot tub, and brings on the Jellyfish.

https://www.safesea.store/jellyfish-season-miami-survival-guide/#:~:text=Miami%20Beaches%3A%20A%20Jellyfish's%20Paradise&text=But%20did%20you%20know%20these,love%20to%20make%20an%20appearance.

No same person would vacation there this month.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m really struggling with the anticipation this time. I’ve been a fed more than 10 years so this isn’t my first shutdown, and financially we’re probably in a better position this time around. But the uncertainty, and the fact that this BS is happening again, is really getting to me. Anyone else feeling this way?

I think because there is the additional uncertainty around WTF will the Republican crazies do next to burn it all down. These aren’t normal times.

From Trump to Jan. 6 to this, it just feels like the government is slowly falling apart.

[Anonymous]

The more I read about what they want to cut, the more I’m ok with the government shutting down. Under no circumstances should the GOP get the cuts they’re asking for!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m really struggling with the anticipation this time. I’ve been a fed more than 10 years so this isn’t my first shutdown, and financially we’re probably in a better position this time around. But the uncertainty, and the fact that this BS is happening again, is really getting to me. Anyone else feeling this way?

I think because there is the additional uncertainty around WTF will the Republican crazies do next to burn it all down. These aren’t normal times.

From Trump to Jan. 6 to this, it just feels like the government is slowly falling apart.

Not too slowly as far as I can tell

It’s pathetic and embarrassing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The more I read about what they want to cut, the more I’m ok with the government shutting down. Under no circumstances should the GOP get the cuts they’re asking for!

Cliffs?