John, did you see Cori on television last night? She joined Stephen Colbert on air to talk about what it means to be a politivist in Congress.
What she said was powerful. Here’s an excerpt:
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“I’m not taking my activist hat off in Congress. I call it being a ‘politivist’ – a politician and activist. Because the activist is going to push, be on the ground and listen and have the courage to move things that other people might not feel comfortable moving. The politician has the pen. A politician has the power of the purse. So marrying the two says I hear what the people need… and use that to inform legislation.” — Cori Bush |
This is exactly the kind of people-first leadership we need to make sure Congress passes policies that lift ALL of us up.
All of Cori's legislating and organizing work is powered by everyday people like you. So, will you make a $5 donation right now so Cori can take on more big challenges in Congress and continue working for progressive change?
Everyday, Cori brings her lived experiences to Congress and advocates for the millions of other folks who share that same struggle.
Cori understands what it’s like to be unhoused with a family. That's why she not only organized a five-day action outside of the Capitol to demand the Biden Administration extend the eviction moratorium, she also introduced the Keeping Renters Safe Act in the House of Representatives.
Cori has experienced firsthand the devastating impact of police violence in her community. That’s why she wrote the People’s Response Act and is advocating for major public safety reform that will ensure Black lives are protected.
Cori knows what it’s like to make the decision to get an abortion. That’s why she testified in Congress to defend abortion access and advocated in defense of Roe v. Wade.
When we lift up our voices and stories together — we have the power to demand the change our families need and save lives. That’s been the core of our mission in Congress and that’s why we’re running for re-election so that Cori can continue boldly leading.
Thank you,
Team Cori
P.S. Here’s the link if you want to watch Cori’s segment on the show!
