The entire nation felt relief after the senate reached a bipartisan deal to which all sides are committed. Losing social security, military life and death benefits, and public assistance programs was a very real threat that millions of Americans faced. Removing the possibility for a financial default that would leave worldwide repercussions has been temporarily eliminated. With the deal, the U.S. government was restored on Thursday night, and Americans are ecstatic.

Changes to the Government

The implementation of Obamacare on October 1 and the spending that flirted near the debt ceiling caused a cluster of Republicans to revolt and shut down the government. The Tea Party has been largely blamed for launching and extending the government showdown fiasco, and the majority of Republican members testified that they desired to end the standoff in peace. To the joy of others and the anger of some, there will be no alternative changes made to Obamacare at this time.

Restored Benefits across the Board

Government employees returned to work today. A number of federal programs are up and running, and business in the country has resumed as usual. Families that experienced hardship from the loss of military benefits are happy that the government can continue to fulfill its promises to help families of military servicemen. National parks were opened across the United States. Sightseeing in our bountiful state parks and regal monuments was not permitted during the shutdown.

People who wish to sign up for Obamacare can do so without worry that the potential for benefits would be taken from them. Republican House Speaker John Boehner was proud to say that “We fought the good fight.” President Obama stated that he hoped the process would not be repeated, and declared his happiness over the successful negotiations.

Passing the Bill

After noon, the Senate voted 81-18 to approve the short-term proposal that would be used to restore the government. The House of Representatives followed suit by voting 285 to 144, ending the shutdown at 10:35pm. The deal allows the government to resume normal operations for the next few months until January 15, and the debt ceiling will be lifted until February 7th. As these dates arrive, political leaders must create a new plan that both parties must resign to in order for the government to continue functioning with full service.

Perceptions of the U.S.

Foreign leaders and terrorists groups that observed the U.S closely during the shutdown witnessed our country springing back into motion. International investors in American stocks and assets cringed during the U.S. government shutdown are now resting easier. Some confidence has been restored in the ability of our leaders to compromise among people from all political parties and economic levels.

Without a doubt, everyone is pleased that the government shutdown is over and things are up and running again in our country. Once again, America can define itself as a place where democracy reigns supreme and that peaceful compromise is a better solution, and the government can continue its job of serving Americans.