Tag Page FederalWorkers

michellebaldwin

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When the Paycheck Didn’t Arrive

I work for the federal government in Washington D.C., and usually get paid in the first week of every month. But with this shutdown, my paycheck notice never arrived. Rent, school bus fare for my child, the menu for dinner—all paused. At night I can’t sleep—not from lack of money, but the question “Will I have money tomorrow?” hanging over me. #GovernmentShutdown #FederalWorkers #PayDelay

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christopher35

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On Duty, Without Pay

My name is Mark, a TSA officer at JFK Airport in New York. After the shutdown started, we were required to work, but our paychecks were delayed until the government approved funding. I wear my uniform daily, checking passengers’ bags while mentally calculating rent, utilities, and my child’s formula. Last week, my son asked, “Dad, when can we buy new shoes?” I had no answer, only handed him his old shoes. My colleagues are anxious too; we encourage each other, but nothing changes reality. Missing paychecks not only affect life but add stress to every scan I perform. #GovernmentShutdown #FederalWorkers

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