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The Democrats' focus on healthcare during the shutdown is strategic. If they do nothing, 20 million Americans could see their premiums double or quadruple, which is politically advantageous against Trump.

The Democratic Party is focusing on healthcare as a central issue in the government shutdown negotiations, aiming to reverse cuts and extend subsidies.

The Democratic Party is focusing on healthcare as a key issue in the government shutdown fight, aiming to reverse cuts and extend subsidies.

The Democratic Party is taking a gamble by shutting down the government to fight for healthcare, as voters generally dislike government shutdowns.

Most Americans don't care about the filibuster or arcane Senate procedures. The real issue that resonates is healthcare, and Democrats should focus on that during the shutdown.

There is a debate within the Democratic Party about whether to focus on health care or democracy as the central issue in negotiations with Republicans.

The Democrats' decision to push for a shutdown reflects a shift in their strategy, influenced by changes in their party's composition and increased willingness to challenge Trump.

Democrats are considering whether healthcare was the right fight in the shutdown negotiations, as it might not feel like a dramatic identity wound to Trump, allowing for potential concessions.

A government shutdown forces attention on issues like health insurance subsidies, which are crucial for Democrats to highlight.

The Democrats' messaging has been inconsistent, with some focusing on healthcare and others on blaming Republicans for the shutdown.