I understand this is a Women’s Studies blog, believe me after writing for this blog for two semesters, I know.
However, I’d quickly like to share this NY Times Opinion piece by Nicholas D. Kristof of “Half The Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide, ” along with two other articles on our recent budget crisis.
There is an ironic twist in all of this madness: Congress is exempt from having their incomes cut during a government shutdown.
Being in DC right now, the possibility (and I believe it will happen) of having a government shutdown, is important for all to be informed. Especially students. So if you are in the JMU bubble right now, pop it.
Below is Nicholas D. Kristof’s article, along with other articles discussing our budget dispute. Not to be biased, but the articles below are all NY Times. Though it is certainly quite clear where I believe the blame lies.
Rifts Within Both Parties Test Leaders in Budget Fight
Federal Departments Lay Out Plans in the Event of a Government Shutdown
ShoutOut! James Madison University 