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The discussion also criticizes the Democrats for what it describes as the cynical exploitation of vulnerable voters—such as those on SNAP benefits and entry-level federal workers. The party’s rhetoric often champions these groups; yet, during the shutdown crisis, protracted hostage politics resulted in harm to these very constituents. The commentary accuses Democrats of deliberately using low-information voters as pawns, leveraging their fears to rally support for radical policies and then blaming Republicans for the consequences.
This behavior, it argues, underscores a disregard for the suffering caused by shutdowns and a focus solely on political gain rather than effective governance.