March 14, 2024

Congresswoman Bush Delivers Floor Speech to Celebrate 314 Day in St. Louis

WATCH: “On 314 Day, St. Louis has gathered together to bask in the love and the pride that we have for our community,” says Bush

Washington, D.C. (Mar. 14, 2024) – Yesterday, Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01) delivered a speech on the House floor to celebrate 314 Day and honor the rich social, cultural, and artistic history of St. Louis. Watch HERE or read her full remarks, as prepared for delivery, below.

“Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

“St. Louis and I rise in celebration of 314 Day, founded by Young DIP, celebrated across St. Louis on March the 14th — 3 1 4 — which is our area code.

“On 314 Day, we celebrate our amazing sports teams and passionate fans from the St. Louis Cardinals, Blues, CITY Soccer Club, Battlehawks, Surge, as well as our college and high school teams.

“On 314 Day, we indulge in toasted raviolis, Imo’s pizza, Red Hot Riplets, in our Chinese food, and Vess soda.

“On 314 Day, we enjoy artists and creators rooted in St. Louis, like Nelly, the St. Lunatics, Tina Turner, Scott Joplin, Michael McDonald, Maya Angelou, and Cbabi Bayoc.

“Most importantly, on 314 Day, St. Louisans gather together to bask in the love and the pride that we have for our community. To be from St. Louis is to love St. Louis.

“Every day, it is among one of my life’s greatest honors to be your Congresswoman. St. Louis, I love you, and happy 314 Day.”