Representative Cori Bush serves Missouri’s 1st Congressional District as a progressive voice on issues like criminal justice reform, healthcare, and housing. A former nurse and activist, Bush advocates for expanding affordable healthcare, advancing police reform, and addressing homelessness. As a member of the progressive “Squad,” she pushes for policies aimed at economic equity, climate justice, and racial equality. Bush’s priorities include creating affordable housing, implementing climate action, and reforming the criminal justice system to protect vulnerable communities.