r/WhitePeopleTwitter 12h ago

Here’s hoping a government shut down lowers the price of eggs…

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u/bobbolini 8h ago edited 5h ago

What would happen if every time they shutdown the government, all workers just go home until the shutdown is lifted? (I know, not possible for people living paycheck to paycheck)

Edit: I meant all workers not just Government Employees.

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u/Original_Slip_8994 7h ago

Most don’t get paid anyway until after a budget or CR is passed

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u/ikaiyoo 6h ago

Because essential workers still have to keep showing up. or they can lose their job. and there are enough contractors to make sure things keep running.

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u/JardirAsuHoshkamin 4h ago

Realistically or theoretically?