In this Special Episode of the Sentinel, we examine the root causes of government shutdowns. Congress has resorted to continuing resolutions and stop gap measures to fund the government. Surely this seems like ‘the new normal’. But what does this mean for Tribal Nations, citizens and the overall economic health and well being of tribal governments and citizens?    NCAI staff expert Matt Vogel, Policy Lead on Budget and Appropriations, joins us to offer key insights from his work on this issue. We uncover what is truly at stake every time Indian Country faces a looming government shutdown. We are sure this episode will be of interest to all of our listeners.