Why the Shutdown Happened: Desperation and Political Theater

Democrats caved and health insurance premiums could more than double on average. Brian and Professor Wolff discuss the aftermath of the government shutdown, why it happened, and why it failed.

Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.

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