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Shutdowns are a uniquely American drama − in the UK, it's just not Parliament's cup of tea

  • Written by Garret Martin, Senior Professorial Lecturer, Co-Director Transatlantic Policy Center, American University School of International Service
Shutdowns are a uniquely American drama − in the UK, it's just not Parliament's cup of teaThe obligatory showing of the red briefcase containing budget details is as exciting as it gets in the U.K.Rob Welham/Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

When it comes to shutdowns, the U.S. is very much an exception rather than the rule.

Save for a last-minute spending deal in Congress on Oct. 1, 2023, hundreds of...

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