Well, we're finally here. After dozens of lawsuits, more than a few delays and God knows how many PAC dollars spent on TV spots, the public exchanges go live today, marking maybe one of the biggest milestones to date for the president's signature legislative legacy.

(Fitting that it's also the start of Halloween season, with tricks, treats and bad weather just around the corner.)

But, wait, what's that? The federal government is about to shut down? Because of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act?

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