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Washington might seem slower than Silicon Valley. But that’s because it’s more turbulent. In order to achieve anything, one has to navigate the sheer amount of chaos that emerges when thousands of federal elected officials, staffers, political appointees, lobbyists, corporations, lawyers, journalists, and influencers are trying to push their interests, often at the same time.
For the past 20-odd issues of Regulator, I’ve written weekly …
This is an interesting look at the current state of affairs in Washington, DC. It’s always significant to consider how potential government shutdowns can impact the nation. Thanks for sharing this perspective!
It’s always significant to consider how these political situations ripple out to affect everyday citizens. The uncertainty of a government shutdown can impact everything from federal services to local economies in ways we often overlook.