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[Angrboda]

I think the Dems accomplished a great deal. At the beginning of the shutdown, there was little public awareness of the Democrats concerns, and plenty of messaging regarding giving healthcare to illegals. Since that time, the false line about healthcare for illegals has dissipated and the public is far more aware of what the Republicans want to do and how little they care about average Americans. This will add significant pressure during the negotiations preceding the December CR expiration, and likely influence voters for quite some time. Whether it is forgotten by the midterms or further intransigence from Republicans causes an enduring sting remains to be seen. If the midterms were today, this shutdown would have swung many races by a few points.