Keeping the lights on is the very least we can be doing for the people we serve.

Washington, D.C. - Today, in response to Republicans voting to shut down the federal government, Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA) released the following statement:

"Exactly one year ago, President Trump told us at his inauguration that the swamp was going to be drained. Today, we watched members of his own party shut down our government. Republicans control the House, Senate, and the White House, yet they can't reach a deal themselves, nor will they invite Democrats to the table for meaningful debate. This shutdown is the pure result of the fact that the people running the Congress are not interested in serving Americans. They're interested in serving their own interests and their political ambitions. Real people are going to hurt because of this reckless decision.

"We need to get back to serving the American people. We need to stop playing games for political purposes. Lives are literally on the line - whether it's children in need of healthcare, troops who deserve paychecks, or DREAMers just looking for a chance. Keeping the lights on is the very least we can be doing for the people we serve. So let's stop kicking the can down the road. When Republican leadership is actually ready to lead, we'll be here."

To learn more about Congressman Seth Moulton visit https://moulton.house.gov or connect with him on Facebook, Twitter,Instagram, or Medium.

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