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Fox's Gary B. Smith Says Govt. Shutdown A Good Idea: “I Really Don't See The Downside”

Written by Media Matters Staff

Published 09/24/11 10:56 AM EDT

From the September 24 edition of Fox News' Bulls & Bears:

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Previously:

Fox's Napolitano: “The Sun Will Still Rise Tomorrow” If The Government Shuts Down

Fox Promo: “Why The Latest Threat [Of A Shutdown] Could Be Good For America”

Conservative Media Push For Government Shutdown While Claiming Any Shutdown Would Be Dems' Fault

Right-Wing Media Trivialize, Dismiss Potential Effects Of A Government Shutdown

Right-wing Media Continue To Cheer For Government Shutdown

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