# The Postrider Roundup: The Shutdown & Democratic Malaise

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Published: 2025-10-07T13:43:05+00:00
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## Resource

Lars and Michael unpack the government shutdown, how we got here, how we get out, and then pivot to the origin of (and potential solutions to) the Democratic Party's malaise.

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