[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 185 (Thursday, December 12, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1267-E1268]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   FAREWELL REMARKS BY HON. CORI BUSH

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                            HON. BARBARA LEE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 12, 2024

  Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the impactful 
service of my friend and colleague, Congresswoman Cori Bush.
  Congresswoman Bush came to Congress making history as the first Black 
woman elected from Missouri.

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  Her work as a faith leader, nurse and community organizer at the 
frontlines of the Black Lives Matter Movement prepared her to fight for 
the people of St. Louis in the halls of Congress.
  Since coming to Congress, Congresswoman Bush has made her mark as an 
outspoken voice for racial, social and reproductive justice.
  Rep. Bush fought to address systemic inequities in healthcare, 
policing and housing. She has been a consistent champion for policies 
that uplift and empower every community in St. Louis.
  Representative Cori Bush is and will continue to be a fearless voice 
for justice and equity.
  Her advocacy for working families, Black and brown people, the LGBTQ+ 
community, and all marginalized groups has made a lasting impact on her 
constituents not only on her district but our Nation.
  Her commitment to her values has shaped the direction of this 
Congress and inspired others to join the movement for change.
  I thank her for her incredible service and leadership, and I wish her 
well in this next chapter.

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