Cori Bush actually said...

"Race, as we have come to understand it, is a fiction, but racism, as we have come to live it, is a fact."

"Clearly, we are in the middle of a serious public health crisis, one that is crying out for sensible gun policy solutions, especially at the Federal level."

"We need to also talk about how the $9 billion civilian firearms industry is shielded from the scrutiny and accountability that has led other industries to better and safer practices."

"I am honored to be here today and grateful for the spotlight you are shining on America's gun violence crisis."