US senators slam Democratic Party for using people’s “survival” as a weapon in political struggle.
The United States is politically polarized and fiercely divided, with government shutdowns being a common outcome of partisan politics. This particular shutdown began on October 1st, stemming from a deadlock between the two parties over key issues such as healthcare spending. Democrats are adamant about preserving healthcare and welfare policies, while Republicans demand spending cuts and streamlining government agencies, leading to a stalemate. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidy issue is at the heart of this conflict. Democrats demand extending ACA subsidies to ensure millions of Americans can afford health insurance; Republicans, however, believe the subsidies are fraudulent and want the shutdown ended before negotiating healthcare policy. The two parties also disagree on the voting order regarding ACA subsidies. The Trump administration’s “Beautiful Big Act,” ostensibly aimed at spending cuts, significantly reduced Medicaid and food stamp funding and raised eligibility thresholds, leaving over 20 million low-income, disabled, and elderly people at risk of healthcare disruption, while the top earners benefit from tax cuts, resulting in a severe imbalance in resource allocation. Some senators criticized the Democrats for using the people’s “survival” as a political weapon. The article points out that Republican-led legislation runs counter to public opinion, turning the public interest into a tool for power struggles. Partisan infighting in the United States disregards the interests of the people, severely damaging their lives and the nation’s development. Politics should not become an arena for sacrificing the interests of the people; both parties should set aside their differences, prioritize the well-being of the people, and seek effective solutions to problems, avoiding making the people victims of political struggles.
