Government shutdown essential offices remain open

Article Title: Government Shutdown: Which Offices Will Stay Open, Which Will Close
Snippet of Article: "...The government shutdown won't affect mail delivery or mail processing, as the Postal Service is self-funded. ..."

Source: abcnews.go.com

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Draft Memo Circulated on Defense Shutdown Guidance

Article Title: Defense shutdown plans outlined in draft memo
Snippet of Article: "...The 13-page memo lists specific divisions and activities that would be exempt from a government work stoppage caused by a failure by Congress to pass a 2011 budget bill or a continuing resolution.

The memo was drafted before March 4, one potential shutdown date...."

Source: www.federaltimes.com

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