Krugman's talking tough

If this is any indication, somebody is going to have to back down. Or there's going to be a shutdown, most likely. But, the alternative is no better. One way or another, this has to be resolved. I recall reading earlier in the day that the difference is like the difference between going over a cliff, or walking around the edge of it. The writer meant that to do what Krugman says means going over the cliff. So Krugman's tough talk is a matter of whether or not the pain hurts more now than later. The best way to limit the pain is to actually do something about the problem. This attitude is not helpful.