IDEAS FOR A STRONG ST. LOUIS

Reflections on community, policy, and possibility from Jami Cox Antwi.

LISTENING. LEARNING. SHARING.

A space for thoughtful dialogue on the issues shaping our neighborhoods.

ROOTED IN THE CITY, FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE

Jami writes about local government, civic life, and what comes next.

THOUGHTS FROM THE GROUND UP

Because the best ideas start in community conversations—not behind closed doors.

BUILDING TOGETHER STARTS WITH LISTENING

Because the best ideas start in community conversations—not behind closed doors.
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Hi, I'm Jami Cox Antwi

I’m a proud St. Louis native, policy thinker, and community advocate who believes in the power of civic engagement to move our city forward. This space is where I share thoughts, questions, and reflections on the issues shaping our neighborhoods—from housing and safety to opportunity and public trust.
St. Louis has always been home, and I care deeply about its future. I hope you’ll explore, reflect, and join the conversation.

Recent Blog Posts

URBAN DEVELOPMENT
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Why Fixing Downtown St. Louis Is About More Than Just Downtown

Can St. Louis truly thrive if we leave its downtown behind—or is investing in the core the key to lifting up every neighborhood?
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HEARTLAND CULTURE
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A Fresh Brew: Why Saint Louis Should Market Itself as a Coffee Destination

Could St. Louis become the Midwest’s next great coffee destination—and what would it mean for our neighborhoods if we brewed that future ourselves?
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Why Saint Louis Can’t Fill Its Potholes — and What We Can Do About It

Why does St. Louis struggle to fix something as basic as potholes—and what does that reveal about the way we fund our neighborhoods?
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