An open letter to the U.S. Senate

Demand Immediate Action to End Government Shutdown and Hold Senators Accountable

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I am writing to express my utter disgust and frustration with your complete failure to address the ongoing government shutdown. Your inaction is nothing short of a dereliction of duty, and it's high time you face the consequences of your negligence. This shutdown has now dragged on for an inexcusable 23 days, becoming the second-longest in U.S. history. Your inability to find a solution is causing immense suffering to over a million federal workers who are missing paychecks. But you don't seem to care about their struggles, do you? The recent failure of the Senate to pass two bills that could have provided relief to federal workers is a damning indictment of your incompetence. Both the Republican and Democratic measures failed to achieve the required 60 votes. This isn't just gridlock; it's a complete breakdown of governance, and you're at the center of it. While you sit comfortably in your offices, the rest of the country is facing real consequences. Our air travel safety is at risk, food stamp funding is in jeopardy, and health insurance premiums could skyrocket. But these issues don't seem to motivate you to action, do they? Your party allegiance appears to be more important to you than the welfare of your constituents. Republicans are pushing for temporary funding at current levels, while Democrats advocate for extending health insurance subsidies. Meanwhile, the American people are caught in the crossfire of your political games. I demand that you stop your posturing and start doing your job. Find a compromise, make the tough decisions, and end this shutdown immediately. Your continued inaction is not just disappointing; it's infuriating and unforgivable. Every day this shutdown continues is another day you prove your ineffectiveness as a leader. The stability of our nation and the well-being of countless Americans hang in the balance, yet you seem content to do nothing. It's time for you to either step up or step aside. I will be closely monitoring your actions in the coming days. If you fail to take meaningful steps to end this shutdown, rest assured that I and many others will remember your inaction when it's time to vote. The clock is ticking, Senator. Do your job, or prepare to face the consequences at the ballot box.

▶ Created on October 24 by A Texan for Emission Reduction

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