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Well I see the Putin Freedom Caucus in the US House wants to shut the government down over the following. I could agree on 2 items but the rest are simply BS.

 


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What were the most significant consequences of past government shutdowns on military operations, and how can we mitigate them?

As of Sept 29, 2023 another shutdown is coming which not only means our people won't get paid but all the supporting government operations the military relies on, won't be either. Most of us have unfortunately been here before. How did you manage, and what advice can you give others?

 

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In the heart of Massachusetts, among the historic landscapes and thriving communities, resides a solemn truth that our revered Veterans and dedicated Military personnel wish for you to fathom deeply: ...
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Will I still PCS with the government shutdown pending?

I am currently on PCS orders reporting 10 February 2019. My question is if the government shutdown occurs, what will happen? I am not able to start clearing until 28 December and if there are no DOD civilians working, and I cannot clear post, then does this delay my leave which was set to start 12 January?
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Since the government is still shut down, are military bases shut down as well?

Apparently the government is still shut down I’m curious as to whether or not the bases are shut down too. I’m on leave but needed to go to the base to do a few things. Just wanted to know if anybody knew since nobody seems to be answering phones on base. That may be a sign, but still wanted to ask.
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If the government does shut down on Dec 21, could this delay if not halt newly won government contracts with private contract holders?

If the government does go into a shutdown mode on Dec 21, could this delay if not hault newly won government contracts with private contract holders? I ask as the federal PACIFIC USAF contract I have been selected to fill via Nobilis SRS is part of POTFF, a DoD program known better as preservation o...
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Soldier: How am I supposed to pay rent if I do not get paid during the government shutdown?

With another government shutdown I hear more talk about Soldiers not being able to pay for rent and other bills. It highlights to me that there are many people living paycheck to paycheck. What is the cause? Is it poor planning, living outside ones means or is it a problem with the system?

 

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How will a government shutdown effect you?

Since the majority of us are in the military or are retired from the military, how will the government shutdown effect you? When the government shut down in 2012, I suffered due to the recuperation of an already spent enlistment bonus. And now I will be affected because I will not receive a paychec...
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