Lemonade Stand The Longest Shutdown Ever | Ep. 036 Lemonade Stand 🍋
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Nov 5, 2025 
Join Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, as he dives into the company's Q3 earnings and the unstoppable wave of entrepreneurship. He shares insights on how economic uncertainty prompts new business ventures and discusses Shopify's innovative AI features that make merchandising easier for small merchants. Harley also reflects on Shopify's strong roots in Canada, emphasizing its role as a catalyst for local entrepreneurship. With a touch of humor, he connects it all to the delightful concept of 'lemonade stands' — accessible business for everyone!
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Shutdown Is About Budget Control
- The shutdown's core dispute is control over budget cuts and future unilateral executive actions.
- Democrats demand restoring ACA subsidies and Medicaid cuts before funding resumes to prevent future executive overrides.
Essential Services Break After Weeks
- Critical roles begin failing after about a month of no pay, increasing operational risks.
- Air traffic controllers and airline operations are already altering spacing and schedules to reduce risk.
SNAP Funding Becomes Patchwork
- SNAP funding faces shortfalls and legal fights over using emergency funds.
- The patchwork leaves states scrambling to decide who gets reduced or delayed benefits.
