At a time when many families are preparing to gather, give thanks, and share a meal, we are reminded of what truly matters — people, community, and our shared responsibility to one another.
Government should never be a source of uncertainty for hard-working families. No parent should worry about missing a paycheck. No senior or child should wonder where their next meal will come from. As we approach Thanksgiving, a season rooted in gratitude and compassion, let us carry those values into how we govern.
This is not a moment for division, and it is not a moment for blame. It is a moment for cooperation, collaboration, and courage. Leaders from all sides can — and must — come together to keep vital services strong, protect livelihoods, and ensure stability for every household across our nation.
When we work together, we honor the people we serve. When we put aside differences for the common good, we strengthen our democracy. And when we remember that every paycheck supports a family, every meal nourishes a child, and every act of unity lifts a community, we build a future worthy of our shared hopes.
Let this season inspire us not just to talk about unity, but to live it — by ensuring our government reopens, our people are supported, and our nation moves forward together.