The Unexpected Consequences of the Shutdown

In ways big and small, this shutdown is disrupting public services we often take for granted involving alcohol, travel, trees and more.

Debunking 5 Misconceptions About Being a Government Worker During the Shutdown

The shutdown is a messy mix of political wrangling and government operations, so it’s no wonder people are confused. Here are five misconceptions about being a federal government worker during the shutdown.

Thank You, Govies: A Gratitude Roundup to Keep You Going Through the Shutdown

While thank yous won’t pay the bills, simply knowing that people are grateful can help govies deal with shutdown stress.Here’s a roundup of just some of the abundant gratitude people have been sharing on social media since the shutdown began.

Furloughed or Working Without Pay? Advice From Those Who Have Been There

GovLoop spoke with three federal employees who went through the federal shutdown and asked them what they learned. Here’s who they are and what they had to say.

Shutdown Got You Down? Remain Resilient

Resilience is a valuable trait that can be cultivated for overcoming challenges like a shutdown or other negative circumstances.

Feds Tell Congress: ‘Do Your Job So We Can Do Ours’

Furloughed employees, union leaders and elected officials gathered blocks from the White House on Jan. 10 to express the need to end the shutdown.

Are Federal Agencies Expecting a Long Shutdown?

Recently, the Homeland Security Department (DHS) has begun circulating internal and external documents warning agency employees to rethink their finances.

7 Resources for Feds Affected by the Shutdown

With so much uncertainty swirling during this shutdown, we’ve provided a few resources to help keep government employees informed about their pay and more.

Here’s When the Shutdown Will Truly Sting

This weekend marks the first time federal employees will miss a paycheck during the current standoff over border wall funding.

What Decision-Makers Are Saying About the Shutdown

With so much hearsay and speculation about the behind-the-scene negotiations, here’s what the important decision-makers have said about the shutdown.

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