This Black History Month, Congresswoman Bush Introduces Resolution Honoring John and Mary Meachum, St. Louis Abolitionists
February 29, 2024
February 29, 2024
WASHINGTON, Feb. 29 -- Rep. Cori Bush, D-Missouri, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01) introduced a resolution honoring Mary and John Meachum, two Black abolitionists from St. Louis who dedicated their lives to emancipating and educating enslaved Black people. This resolution aims to elevate Black History Month as a time to evoke historical memory about the sacrifices and contributions made by Black Americans, particularly Black abolitionists.
Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01) introduced a resolution honoring Mary and John Meachum, two Black abolitionists from St. Louis who dedicated their lives to emancipating and educating enslaved Black people. This resolution aims to elevate Black History Month as a time to evoke historical memory about the sacrifices and contributions made by Black Americans, particularly Black abolitionists.