this post was submitted on 05 Oct 2023
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I've seen so much stuff on what it means and how it affects people but I can't find anything on the reason behind why anyone wants to shut down the government

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[–] Pons_Aelius@kbin.social 83 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I would note that the USA is about the only place this is actually possible.

In pretty much all other democracies, if the parliament fails to pass the budget bill, it triggers a dissolution of both houses and an election is held.

[–] Uranium3006@kbin.social 29 points 1 year ago (2 children)
[–] Pons_Aelius@kbin.social 12 points 1 year ago

I agree but when was the last time a politician (either singly or as a party) voted to restrict their behaviour and power?

[–] NotSteve_@lemmy.ca 9 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I feel like you guys would just end up in a constant election cycle

[–] crypticthree@lemmy.world 11 points 1 year ago

We already are.