Retiring Dem congresswoman blasts colleagues who ‘just stay forever’ in Washington

Retiring Rep. Annie Kuster, D-N.H., took aim at her colleagues in Washington, criticizing those who "just stay" in Congress "forever" in an exit interview with The Boston Globe.

"I’m trying to set a better example," Kuster told the Globe. "I think there are colleagues — and some of whom are still very successful and very productive — but others who just stay forever."

"I’m just not the best gladiator for it right now," she added. 

Kuster also said that in addition to making room for new leadership, the events of Jan.