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US House

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ABOUT

Cori Bush is an influential Democratic Representative serving in the U.S. Congress for Missouri's 1st Congressional District. Elected in 2020, she has quickly become a prominent voice for social justice, healthcare reform, and economic equity. Born on July 21, 1976, in St. Louis, Missouri, Bush's early life was characterized by resilience. As a single mother and a nurse, she witnessed firsthand the struggles of her community, fueling her commitment to advocacy and change. A founding member of the St. Louis chapter of the Movement for Black Lives, Bush gained national attention for her activism during the Ferguson protests in 2014, where she fought against systemic racism and police brutality. In Congress, Bush tirelessly champions progressive policies, focusing on affordable housing, climate change, and criminal justice reform, reflecting the needs and values of her constituents.read less

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US House from US Congress