VIEWPOINT | Republicans shoulder shutdown blame

Guest column by Dan Ahlers, South Dakota Democratic Party Executive Director

As the federal government grinds to another halt, Republicans are pointing fingers and branding this the “Schumer Shutdown.” But let’s be clear: the blame lies squarely at their feet. This crisis wasn’t caused by Democratic obstruction — it was caused by Republicans’ refusal to govern responsibly, especially when it comes to healthcare and the basic needs of working Americans.

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