So, one Vote4dream.org contact that is in D.C. and is pushing for a responsible compromise just told me via Facebook that mostly all of the Democrats are waiting on the Democratic leadership for a decision on a government shutdown. If the leadership (e.g. Schumer , Pelosi, and Hoyer) say a government shutdown is necessary, then it seems more likely than not that other Democrats will align themselves with the leadership and push for a compromise. It seems like the votes are there, but the GOP needs to address this issue in December.

McConnell and Ryan are just engaging in political posturing. To all of you here, please call every Democrat and pressure for a shutdown is necessary. We all know that kicking the can down the road will mean that will have t give Republicans more border security concessions, that's assuming IF they want to address the issue then. Democrats will not have in political leverage, and you have the midterm elections.