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VIEWPOINT | Stupid federal government shutdowns hurt every American

Guest column by Congressman Dusty Johnson

Oct 03, 2025
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The American people expect the federal government to work for them.

Federal programs and services should be there when they need them, and Congress should make taxpayer dollars work well for American citizens. Unfortunately, right now, the government is not open, and it is not working as it should.

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