I love this country, its people, and the ideals we strive for.

Many people would soon like to forget or ignore the horrific failures in our past. But because I love this country, I believe it's imperative that we tell the whole truth about our nation, including our country's long history of racism, oppression, and slavery.

One year ago, I was one of the last ones off the House floor on January 6. I watched every one of my colleagues in the House leave the room that day.

And I can tell you, that no one thought we were trying to get away from a "normal tourist visit" or a group of "patriots" or any of the other gaslighting nonsense Congressional Republicans have tried to sell us in the year since.

It's officially winter now, so we don't need to waste words: people are living on the edge right now in Western Massachusetts, desperately hoping help will arrive before it's too late.

Join me and let's make a massive difference for families that are struggling. Join me in working to end hunger in our community.

Pitch in to support the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and the Worcester Food Bank right now.