As the government shutdown nears a month, frustration inside the Democratic Party is reaching a breaking point. Polls now show most voters blame Senate Democrats for the gridlock once pinned on Republicans, with union workers and federal employees demanding action as missed paychecks pile up. Behind closed doors, party leaders are quietly debating escape routes — from partial funding bills to emergency aid for programs like SNAP and WIC — but fear appearing weak before November’s elections.
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