Press Releases

Congresswoman Bush Statement on 10th Anniversary of the Killing of Michael Brown

(August 9, 2024) — Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01) released the following statement commemorating the ten-year anniversary of the killing of Michael Brown by a Ferguson police officer, sparking a worldwide movement in support of Black lives.   “Ten years ago, 18-year-old Michael Brown was fatally shot by a Ferguson, Missouri, police officer. Today and always my heart is with Michael Brown’s family. His death and the Ferguson Uprising forever changed me, our community, our nation, and our world…  Continue Reading

Congresswoman Bush Statement on Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Joint Address to Congress

(July 23, 2024)— Today, Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01) released the following statement regarding her decision to boycott Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s joint address to Congress. “For lawmakers who genuinely care about democracy and freedom, standing up for human rights is not just a talking point. It’s not conditional. It’s an active choice we make every day. Days like tomorrow are crucial moments where we must show that we support the dignity and humanity of all people without …  Continue Reading

Congresswoman Bush Urges Archivist to Publish the Equal Rights Amendment on the 101st Anniversary of the ERA’s Unveiling

(July 21, 2024) — Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01), co-chair of the Congressional Caucus for the Equal Rights Amendment released the following statement on the 101st anniversary of the unveiling of the Equal Rights Amendment.  “On this day 101 years ago, the Equal Rights Amendment was first unveiled. Today the ERA has met all the constitutional requirements to become the 28th Amendment—all that’s standing in the way is some paperwork,” said Congresswoman Cori Bush. “As Republicans and the Suprem…  Continue Reading