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According to the reaffirmed decision of the Ninth Circuit Courts, many cities like St. Louis could soon be sued for violating the constitution when tearing down encampments without providing the homeless with adequate shelter. For now it’s not against the constitution when we tear down encampments in St. Louis, but it is against the United States Constitution out west.

The Ninth Circuit Courts for the western United States refuses to let cities and towns force the homeless off of the streets or tear down their encampments unless those communities provide shelter for them. And by not providing shelter for all homeless people in these western cities violate the 8th Amendment to the US Constitution that protects people from cruel and unusual punishment.

So, in St. Louis, it is just a matter of time when tearing down tents and forcing the homeless to move without providing shelter could be ruled as unconstitutional. The US Constitution protects people from cruel and unusual punishment. That said, tearing ones home down with a bulldozer and throwing all of their belongings away justifies as cruel.

Many of us want to know the reasons why unemployment can hover a little over 3 percent while poverty continues to increase in St. Louis and across the nation. Here are a few reasons why:

• The quality of jobs. Even if there are a lot of jobs available, they may not be good jobs. Low-wage jobs, part-time jobs, and jobs without benefits can all contribute to poverty, even if they don’t technically count as unemployment.
• The cost of living. The cost of living can also affect poverty, even if unemployment is low. If the cost of housing, food, healthcare, and other necessities goes up, people may still be considered poor even if they have a job.
• Inequality. When the gap between the rich and the poor widens, it can lead to an increase in poverty, even if unemployment is low. This is because the rich tend to get richer, while the poor tend to stay poor or get poorer.
• Government policies. Government policies can also affect poverty, even if unemployment is low. For example, cuts to social programs or tax breaks for the wealthy can make it harder for people to escape poverty.

It is important to note that there is no single cause of poverty, and the reasons why it can increase even when unemployment is low are complex and interrelated.

Here are some specific examples of how these factors can play out:

• During the COVID-19 pandemic, many low-wage workers lost their jobs, even though the overall unemployment rate remained relatively low. This is because many of these jobs were in the service sector, which was hard hit by the pandemic.
• With a high cost of living, even people with good jobs may struggle to make ends meet. This is especially true for people who have to pay for childcare, housing, and healthcare.
• When the rich get richer, the poor often get poorer. This is because the rich tend to have more political power and influence, and they can use this power to benefit themselves at the expense of the poor.
• Government policies can also make it harder for people to escape poverty. For example, cuts to social programs can make it harder for people to afford food, housing, and healthcare.

It is important to remember that poverty is a complex issue with no easy solutions. However, by understanding the factors that contribute to poverty, we can work to develop policies and programs that help to reduce it.

When poverty increases, crime increases in St. Louis, as well. The poverty rate in St. Louis City was 27.1% in 2020, and it is estimated to have increased to 28.2% in 2022. The crime rate in St. Louis City was 1,946 violent crimes per 100,000 residents in 2020, and it is estimated to have increased to 2,000 violent crimes per 100,000 residents in 2022.

The increase in poverty and crime in St. Louis is due to a number of factors, including:

• The COVID-19 pandemic: The pandemic has caused widespread job losses and economic hardship, which has pushed many people into poverty and crime.
• The rising cost of living: The cost of housing, food, healthcare, and other essential goods and services has been rising faster than wages, making it harder for people to make ends meet.
• The concentration of poverty: Poverty is concentrated in certain neighborhoods in St. Louis. This creates a cycle of poverty and crime, as children who grow up in these neighborhoods are more likely to experience poverty and crime themselves.
• The lack of opportunity: There are few opportunities for people in St. Louis to get good jobs and earn a living wage. This makes it difficult for people to escape poverty.

There are a number of things that can be done to address the increase in poverty and crime in St. Louis. These include:

• Investing in education and job training: This will help people develop the skills they need to get good jobs and earn a living wage.
• Expanding access to healthcare: This will help people stay healthy and productive.
• Providing affordable housing: This will help people have a safe and stable place to live.
• Investing in social safety nets: This will provide a safety net for people who are struggling to make ends meet.
• Addressing the root causes of poverty: This includes addressing issues such as the loss of manufacturing jobs and the decline of the city’s tax base.

Addressing the increase in poverty and crime in St. Louis is a complex challenge, but it is one that must be addressed. By taking steps to address the root causes of these problems, we can create a more just and equitable city for everyone.

Farming vegetables, fruits and marijuana inside vacant skyscrapers in St. Louis and other cities will now be considered since it is a sustainable way to produce food in urban areas. AeroFarms in Newark, New Jersey is the largest indoor vertical farm in North America. It is located in a former steel mill and uses 95% less water than a traditional farm.

Here are some of the benefits of farming inside vacant skyscrapers:

• It can help to address food insecurity in urban areas. Many people in cities do not have access to fresh, healthy food. Vertical farming can help to close this gap by providing fresh produce to local communities.
• It can reduce the environmental impact of food production. Vertical farming uses less water and land than traditional farming methods. It can also help to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
• It can create jobs and boost the economy. Vertical farming requires skilled workers to operate and maintain the farms. This can create jobs and boost the local economy.
• It can beautify urban areas. Vertical farms can be used to greenify cities and make them more attractive places to live.

Of course, there are also some challenges to farming inside vacant skyscrapers. These include the high upfront costs of setting up the farms, the need for a reliable source of water, and the potential for pests and diseases. However, the benefits of vertical farming outweigh the challenges. As the technology continues to develop, I believe that vertical farming will become more widespread and play an increasingly important role in our food system.

I believe that farming inside vacant skyscrapers is a promising solution to the challenges of food production in urban areas. It is a sustainable, efficient, and scalable way to produce food. I hope that more vacant skyscrapers will be converted into farms in the future.