So far, resistance to the deadly effects of predatory capitalism have had rather limited effect. Progressive forces worldwide remain fragmented and largely unorganized while economic elites have hijacked national governments.
On the brink of President Obamaâs expected executive action on immigration, rumors of another potential government shutdown are swirling. It was just over a year ago when, on Oct. 1, 2013, the government shut down for 16 days after Congress was unable to agree on a budget for the new fiscal year. Why Washington Is Talking About a Government Shutdown -- Again
It may be the first time in 17 years for the federal government, but states are no strangers to government shutdowns. Take Minnesota. For 20 days in July 2011, the Minnesota state government shut down, according to a state report. Nearly 200,000 staff hours were redirected from normal duties to preparation for and recovery from the shutdown. And more than a million pieces of correspondence were sent out at a cost of $552,000.