Just so you know man, this was a complete joke. I live in New Jersey, and the only thing that stayed shut down longer than a couple of days was the lottery, as the other services are essential parts the state needs to function. While I can't say for certain, I'd wager most of that 'half of the work force' have there jobs back by now, or else there would have been rioting in the streets.What happened in New Jersey last year could give some indication. There, as in Michigan, a dispute between the governor and lawmakers over hiking the sales tax led to a government shut down.
It ended all road construction projects. Vehicle registration offices were closed, the lottery was suspended, and more than half the state's workforce was laid off.
So I wouldn't be too worried.
