The drinking that ensues as a result of the depression created when state employees are sent home for monthly mandated days off without pay. Said drinking results in a condition known as being “furloughded” and brings with it temporary numbness and a feeling of euphoria. This condition is common in California and Washington State, other states are expected to follow.
Greg: You doin' anything today?
James: Naw, man. They made me take the day off without pay cuz of budget cuts. I got a fifth of Jack and a case of Rolling Rock. I'm gonna get furloughded.
Greg: I'm in!!!
James: Naw, man. They made me take the day off without pay cuz of budget cuts. I got a fifth of Jack and a case of Rolling Rock. I'm gonna get furloughded.
Greg: I'm in!!!
by Bructus January 13, 2011