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Thursday, March 31, 2011

Rep. Walsh: Shutdown Might Be ‘Good Thing’

Illinois Rep. Joe Walsh says a federal government shutdown might actually not be so bad, as it could be the jolt Congress needs to stop stalling and do what the American people really want — significant movement in resolving the nation’s budgetary crisis. Walsh, a tea party-backed Republican, also admonished President Barack Obama, saying he “should be ashamed of himself” for not participating in budget talks.

“We do not want a shutdown. But I've got to tell you, It’s like we’re the only game in town,” Walsh told Fox News’ Greta Van Susteren Wednesday. “The president has been AWOL in these talks — the Senate Democrats don't even have a proposal on the table.

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