Show-Me State Times

Congresswoman Cori Bush, representing Missouri’s 1st district since 2021, has shared a series of tweets expressing gratitude towards her colleagues and emphasizing her commitment to justice. Her statements reflect her principles and dedication as a public servant.

On December 12, 2024, Congresswoman Bush expressed her appreciation for her congressional peers. "I am so grateful to have the greatest group of friends within Congress," she tweeted. She further mentioned being "forever thankful for their friendship, their partnership and their solidarity."

In another tweet on the same day, Bush cited a famous quote by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., stating "the time is always right to do what is right." She emphasized that these words have been a guiding force in her life. She declared, "No one can buy my silence. No one can pay me to be silent so their people can drop bombs," adding that she has chosen "to be change, not chained."

Additionally, Bush addressed her constituents in St. Louis by sharing a link to watch her full remarks online. "St. Louis, watch my full remarks here " was the brief message accompanying the link.