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Shutdown Hits 37 Days as Public Backs Democrats' Stance

11/6/2025

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The federal shutdown reached its 37th day on November 6, 2025, longest in history.
A Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) poll found 48% support Democrats continuing shutdown to secure enhanced Obamacare tax credits.
The shutdown's real-world impacts include travel delays and jeopardized food stamps.
Democrats maintain a favorable position in the blame game.
Senator Christopher S. Murphy (D-Conn.) emphasized it would be illogical for Democrats to back down after public support.

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Story summary

The federal shutdown reached its 37th day on November 6, 2025, longest in history.
A Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) poll found 48% support Democrats continuing shutdown to secure enhanced Obamacare tax credits.
The shutdown's real-world impacts include travel delays and jeopardized food stamps.
Democrats maintain a favorable position in the blame game.
Senator Christopher S. Murphy (D-Conn.) emphasized it would be illogical for Democrats to back down after public support.