Are Democrats coming back next week in person. >> Yes. And our view is that, you know, we're ready, we're willing, we're able to sit down with anyone, anytime, any place, you know, either on the Hill or back at the White House to reopen the government to enact a bipartisan spending agreement.But that spending agreement, as we've repeatedly said, has to actually make life better for the American people, not worse. And of course, it has to decisively address the Republican healthcare crisis, crushing people a ...

Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York. Senator, thanks for being with us, Reverend. It's good to be with you once again.Now, we we're in day 11 of this government shutdown. Speaker Johnson has said the House will not convene next week. Can you update us on what, if any, progress is being made this weekend and opening the government back up.Well, look, uh, Rev, the the Republicans are feeling the heat. There are four reasons, but above all is healthcare. We have a health care crisis in ...

Government Shutdown & Political Conflict - The US is experiencing a federal government shutdown, impacting military pay and healthcare [1][3][12][15][16] - The Justice Department, under Donald Trump, has indicted a second political opponent, Leticia James, who secured a civil judgment against Trump's business for fraud [1][2] - Democrats accuse Republicans of weaponizing the Department of Justice against political adversaries [5] - Republicans are allegedly delaying the swearing-in of a new Democratic representative to prevent the release of Epstein files [22][24] Healthcare Crisis - A Republican healthcare crisis is devastating people across the country, including cuts to Medicaid and hospital closures [4][15] - The Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits are at risk, potentially increasing premiums and deductibles for tens of millions of Americans by thousands of dollars per year [16][27][28] - Open enrollment starts on November 1st, and people are receiving notices about premium increases [28] Congressional Action & Stance - House Republicans have been on vacation despite the government shutdown and healthcare crisis [14][19] - Democrats are willing to negotiate to reopen the government and address the healthcare crisis [18] - Democrats state they will not vote for a partisan Republican spending bill that continues to gut healthcare [27] - Since July, the House has only worked 15 days, and Republicans have done nothing to improve life for Americans [20]

Healthcare Crisis in Canada - Canada faces a healthcare crisis with long wait times and a shortage of doctors and healthcare workers [7] - Over 40% of internationally trained doctors are unemployed or underemployed in Canada [8] - Black doctors from African countries face more barriers in getting licensed in Canada, including longer delays, stricter scrutiny, and lower acceptance rates in residency programs [8] Refugee Doctors' Potential Contribution - Refugees are often skilled, talented, well-educated, and innovative, and many seek to contribute rather than rely on public support [6] - Canada needs skilled refugees to help solve its healthcare crisis, fill labor shortages, and drive innovation [11] - Many internationally trained doctors work in roles such as health aides or medical office staff instead of practicing medicine [8] Barriers to Integration - Refugees are sometimes perceived negatively, with some believing they are not well-educated or able to give back [5] - Instead of facilitating their experience, Canada often forces refugees into survival jobs [11] - Doors are often closed to refugees seeking opportunities in their fields [5] Proposed Solutions - Canada should recognize foreign credentials and accept foreign work experience [9] - Programs should be established to transition refugee doctors into the Canadian healthcare system [9] - Germany fasttracks foreign credential recognition, allowing skilled refugees to enter their field two to three times faster [10] - Australia allows international trained doctors to work under supervision, reducing integration time [10] - Communities, employers, and policymakers should rethink their approaches to unlock the untapped potential of skilled refugees [12]