I am disgusted by the Republicans and astonished that they are surprised that people blame them for government shutdowns. That's what Republicans have done for a very long time. It's cowardly and shows neither political goodwill nor imagination. It is cruel and self-serving. There is nothing proud or patriotic about any of this. They should be ashamed of themselves, but they aren't. I am beyond fed up with this bunch. Like my very sweet and very senile grandmother once said when given a piece of hard candy which she proceeded to unwrap, "Just like twisting necks. Just like I'd like to do to some people I know."