This opinion piece critiques the contradictory positions of St. Louis County politicians regarding a potential merger with the city of St. Louis. It highlights the hypocrisy of politicians who claim to want no part in the city's problems while simultaneously seeking control over city functions like the police department. The author argues that this behavior undermines regional progress and perpetuates the harmful separation of city and county. The letter specifically mentions Rep. Brad Christ's statements as an example of this inconsistency, pointing out his opposition to the merger while simultaneously advocating for state intervention in city policing. The author also suggests that politicians in wealthier suburbs fear losing power in a unified government. The conclusion emphasizes that the city of St. Louis remains the heart of the region, and failure to support reunification will continue to fragment the area.