ICYMI: Congresswoman Bustos Featured in Axios’ “Smarter Faster” Series
WASHINGTON – In case you missed it, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) was featured in Axios’ “Smarter Faster” video series. In an interview with Axios co-founder Mike Allen, Congresswoman Bustos discusses her perspective on the media landscape as a former journalist and the important issues facing families in the Heartland. You can watch the video by […]
ICYMI: Christian Science Monitor Profiles Bustos’ Work in the Heartland
WASHINGTON – Today, the Christian Science Monitor profiled Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, Co-Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, for her success in the Heartland and outreach to rural voters. Highlights from the story are below: A Democrat shows how to win over Trump voters PEORIA, ILL. — On a sunny morning in May, Rep. […]
Democrats Look to Cheri Bustos to Map Path to Rural Votes
Originally appeared in the Wall Street Journal. ROCKFORD, Ill.—Illinois Rep. Cheri Bustos is the only member of Democratic Party leadership from the Midwest, and now she has a new job: tutoring her fellow House Democrats on talking to the rural voters that her party has lost to Republicans. As one of just 12 Democratic House lawmakers […]
ICYMI: Congresswoman Cheri Bustos on Hardball with Chris Matthews Monday Night
WASHINGTON – Last night on Hardball with Chris Matthews, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17), Co-Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, discussed the need for Democrats to focus on creating jobs and strengthening the economy in rural America and the industrial heartland. You can watch the full interview by clicking here.