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As the federal government shutdown drags into a second week, the lack of movement to end it has been discouraging. As politicians trade barbs, Americans are being hurt, and it could get much worse if health insurance becomes unaffordable for millions of Americans.

For Democrats, a major sticking point is the expiration of tax credits that make health insurance purchased through the Affordable Care Act more affordable. To help pay for their Big Beautiful Bill, Republicans voted to end these subsidies at the end of the year, along with other health care and social service cuts. Without an exte

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