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Congresswoman Cori Bush calls for action on ERA and clemency

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 14, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush recently tweeted about key political issues including equality and clemency.

Saint Louis University celebrates midyear commencement; President Pestello delivers final address

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 14, 2024

Saturday morning saw hundreds of students graduating at Saint Louis University's Midyear Commencement, held at Chaifetz Arena.

Patient advocate: ‘It’s time for all of us’ to ‘become advocates’ for better healthcare policies ‘on behalf of patients'

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 13, 2024

Connie Farrow, executive director of Patients Come First-Missouri, expressed concerns about the healthcare system's prioritization of "special interests" over patients.

Watchdog Group: 340B Program fails low-income patients

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. taxpayer watchdog group Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) has raised concerns about the 340B Drug Pricing Program, alleging that hospitals are exploiting the program to purchase medications at a discount while charging patients full...

Cori Bush highlights key initiatives and personal connections

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush discusses significant legislative initiatives and personal experiences impacting her political agenda as highlighted in tweets posted on December 12th, including a focus on global impacts and housing security measures for...

Hawley calls for Missouri farmers' inclusion in federal disaster relief

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has reached out to the Senate Appropriations Committee, advocating for Missouri farmers to be included in an upcoming disaster aid package.

Congresswoman Cori Bush expresses gratitude and commitment in recent tweets

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush shared tweets on December 12th reflecting gratitude for congressional colleagues and reaffirming her dedication to justice inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Cori Bush urges action on human rights and announces farewell address

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush has addressed significant issues through her social media posts dated December 10-12, 2024.

Hawley criticizes Biden administration's support for Grain Belt Express project

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has voiced strong opposition to the Biden Administration's decision to support the Grain Belt Express transmission line project with a $4.9 billion conditional loan guarantee.

Cori Bush reflects on tenure with farewell address and advocacy highlights

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush delivered her Farewell Address on December 12th and reflected on key achievements during her tenure representing Missouri's 1st District.

FDA conducted second lowest number of inspections on Drugs companies in Missouri during Q3

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Drugs companies from Missouri in the third quarter of 2024.

Jonathan Sawday wins MLA prize for book on Renaissance literature

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

Saint Louis University (SLU) Professor Jonathan Sawday has been awarded the prestigious James Russell Lowell Prize by the Modern Language Association (MLA).

Senator Hawley introduces bill targeting airline fare practices

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced the End Airline Extortion Act, aiming to address what he describes as predatory practices by airlines concerning fares and additional fees.

Hawley and Warren introduce bill targeting Pharmacy Benefit Managers' practices

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Senators Josh Hawley and Elizabeth Warren have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing the influence of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) in the pharmaceutical industry.

Amy E. Wright receives honorable mention for prestigious literary prize

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

Saint Louis University's Amy E. Wright, Ph.D., has been recognized with an honorable mention by the Modern Language Association of America (MLA) for the Katherine Singer Kovacs Prize.

Hawley questions Pentagon on transgender housing policy in Missouri

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

Today, Senator Josh Hawley from Missouri addressed a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin concerning allegations that a man is residing in the women's barracks at Fort Leonard Wood.

Cori Bush calls for federal oversight in Memphis policing reform

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 10, 2024

On December 10th, Congresswoman Cori Bush addressed concerns regarding policing reforms and systemic issues within the Memphis Police Department through social media posts.

Senator Hawley opposes Utah-only RECA deal in Congress

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 10, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri has declared his intention to block any legislative resolution that includes a Utah-exclusive Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) deal.

Senator Hawley urges reversal of reported downgrade of Missouri army hospital

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 10, 2024

Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri has reached out to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin concerning reports that the Defense Health Agency (DHA) might downgrade the General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital to a clinic.