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Daniels warns of more cuts amid revenue declines
October 8, 2009
Scott OlsonIndiana Gov. Mitch Daniels warned Thursday morning that more state budget cuts could be forthcoming in light of a prolonged
drop in
tax collections. Indiana collected $3.3 billion in total revenue during the fiscal first quarter, 14 percent less than the
same period last year.
MoreInfluential team owner thinks hot rod group should move HQ from California to Brownsburg
September 26, 2009
Anthony SchoettleA meeting between high-level National Hot Rod Association executives—including NHRA President Tom Compton—and
Gov. Mitch Daniels and members of the Indiana Economic Development Corp. has fueled speculation that the drag racing group
might be looking to significantly expand its presence here.
MoreIndianapolis Economic Development Inc. boasts job-creation success
September 19, 2009
IBJ StaffIn the worst recession since the Great Depression, it must be difficult to broker business expansions. But
IEDI's making no excuses for the city’s job creation and retention figures. In fact, it's touting them.
MoreDeals from China trip unlikely to come right away, official says
September 9, 2009
Scott OlsonDon't expect the contingent traveling with Gov. Mitch Daniels on his 10-day trade mission to China and Japan to return to
Indiana with a major commitment from an Asian company.
MoreHorse trading key to solving unemployment deficit
March 23, 2009
Ed FeigenbaumIn the past, lawmakers ignored the need to fix financing for the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund, and now they must come
up with solutions that will be difficult for both Democrats and Republicans to accept.
MoreWorsening economy exacerbating legislature's challenges
March 16, 2009
Ed FeigenbaumBrace yourself, because things in this legislative session are destined to get messy: the politics, the process, the personalities,
the context, and the issues and their substance, all at once.
MoreThese are leaders?
March 9, 2009
Whether it's structuring local government to fit the 21st century, financing sports stadiums, achieving property tax reform
or putting the state's unemployment fund on sound footing, our leaders consistently show their failure to lead.
MoreDaniels, Obama cruise to victory
December 29, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerThe last time Indiana went for the Democrat in a presidential election, Lyndon Johnson trounced conservative Barry Goldwater
at the 1964 polls. More than 40 years later, Sen. Barack Obama earned his historic White House victory thanks, in part, to
Hoosiers' 11 electoral votes.
MoreIndiana should brace for auto fallout
December 8, 2008
The Big Three and the United Auto Workers do not appear to be serious about making the concessions and changes that are necessary
to make them a viable entity for the long haul.
MoreLet's limit campaigns to public funds
November 24, 2008
The only way more ideas, more candidates, more party platforms can gain
any traction, any consideration by the public at large, would be for all political parties to receive, and run only on public
funds.
MoreNew president is a sign of hope
November 24, 2008
The election for me was like looking up for a change instead of having a spiral-down feeling, which was good.
MoreKenley to lead GOP budget negotiations
November 24, 2008
In the wake of the 2008 election, State Sen. Luke Kenley, R-Noblesville, has been promoted. to chairman of the powerful Senate
Appropriations Committee, which oversees the state budget.
MoreIndiana supports first Democratic president in 44 years
November 10, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerFor the first time in more than 40 years, Indiana helped elect a Democratic president.
MoreChange begins with everyone, not just Obama
November 10, 2008
Bruce HetrickSen. Barack Obama's election and call for change and hope, as well as Ind. Gov. Mitch Daniels' re-election after
dramatic changes, shows that Americans can become successful again.
MoreCould Lugar be tapped for Obama's cabinet?
November 3, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerDemocratic Sen. Barack Obama has repeatedly described Republican Sen. Richard Lugar of Indiana as a mentor on foreign policy
issues and may offer him a place in his administration.
MoreWhere was Horning in candidate story?
November 3, 2008
Libertarian candidate Andy Horning should have been covered in more detail in IBJ article about the governor's race.
MoreVote only if you've studied the issues carefully
November 3, 2008
Mike HicksIf you haven't learned about the crucial issues that our country and state face, don't vote.
MoreObama raising more money in Indiana, but business interests stick with McCain
October 27, 2008
J.K. WallRepublican Sen. John McCain has been unable to achieve the same Indiana fund-raising edge on his Democratic opponent that President George W. Bush did in past elections. Bush rang up an Indiana fund-raising advantage of $1.7 million over Sen. John Kerry in 2004, according to the Center for Responsive Politics. And his popularity in Indiana allowed him to spend those dollars to help him campaign in other states while easily winning Indiana's electoral votes. But this election, Sen. Barack Obama had outraised Republican John McCain by $360,000 through the end of August, when McCain's decision to take public campaign funds forced him to stop raising funds directly for himself. Obama did not take public funds, and so has continued to raise money.
Gubernatorial candidates Daniels, Thompson see economic development differently
October 20, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerDemocratic gubernatorial candidate Jill Long Thompson promises to buoy Indiana's slumping rural counties with a three-tiered
incentive plan. Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels has a different vision for stoking the state economy. He wants to build on Indiana's
strengths--such as world-class research at universities--to innovate and create jobs.
MoreDaniels still wants more from lottery, through privatizing or bond issue
September 8, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerRepublican Gov. Mitch Daniels is building his campaign for re-election in part on another attempt to cash in a jackpot on the Hoosier Lottery. This time, he's hedging his bet. In case leasing the Hoosier Lottery outright to a private operator is politically impossible, Daniels is exploring a major bond issue backed by its future revenue.
Budget cuts loom for arts, parks as mayor tries to lessen deficit
August 4, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerAfter Mayor Greg Ballard's upset victory at the polls last November, local arts leaders were in a panic. They worried the no-nonsense former Marine would put public safety on a pedestal and slash Indianapolis' funding for cultural groups.
Leaders disagree about Clinton, Obama preference
May 5, 2008
J.K. WallThe topic of health care sparked the most spirited comments from business leaders interviewed by IBJ ahead of the May 6 presidential
primary. When asked whether they thought Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton would be better for business, executives in manufacturing,
exporting, computer technology, logistics and education largely demurred.
MorePumped-up business leaders give big sums to Clinton, Obama
April 28, 2008
J.K. WallIndiana's business community is divided in its support during this presidential election. Many Republicans are disenchanted,
which has contributed to slow contributions to their candidate, Arizona Sen. John McCain. But those looking to support Democrats
are torn this year, as the fierce competition between Clinton and Obama has made Indiana's normally sleepy May primary a battleground.
MoreBallard pulls off long-shot campaign, defeats Peterson
December 31, 2007
Peter SchnitzlerIn early 2007, many expected Marion County Republicans to punt on the chance to unseat Democratic Mayor Bart Peterson. After
all, the two-term incumbent had high approval ratings and a campaign war chest of $2.5 million. Attractive GOP candidates
willing to embrace the challenge were in short supply.
MoreBallard's sketchy agenda fuels unease
November 12, 2007
Peter SchnitzlerThe afternoon after Greg Ballard's shocking victory at the polls, the mood was sober at Marion County Republican headquarters.
Jubilation had given way to reality. Although mayor-elect Ballard described himself "as tired as a guy could get," he has
no time for a break. And what the former U.S. Marine Corps lieutenant colonel will do is largely a mystery.
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These quaint,obsessed musings by the stalkers are certainly entertaining, but I'm trying to figure out what, if anything, all the yelping below has to do with Zak Brown.
It's evident that Moffett was pushing the right buttons and corporate America is now trying to squash him. He just wanted to withdraw the free pilot services provided to the company by the pilots to try and put some pressure on a company that has not been interested in negotiating a contract in over 5 years. The company does not provide a contract because not having one has saved them a bundle of money. Shame on any Republic pilots not standing behind their union leader just because things are getting tough, can you not see such strategic moves by the company as putting the last union president in a corporate position and into THEIR pocket. Do you really believe the last union president is so appalled at the attempts by Moffett, do you not remember his oppositions to the company? We stood behind him. It has been proven over and over again for thousands of years without fail, a man cannot serve two masters. Anyone that believes people vote contrary to their paycheck and livelihood deserve to be taken advantage of, the recent statements by the former union president are laughable as he denounces the current union president from his new corporate position. Have you ever seen a drafted sports player score points for his previous team, it cannot be done, he is not on the pilots side anymore, he gets his money a different way now than you and I do, and he should not be allowed to remain on the seniority list. A drafted player brings strength, credibility, tactical knowledge, and a strategic advantage to his NEW team, he would not be drafted or paid were it otherwise. We are all forced to choose only one side to play for and support, not doing so has many references in life such as insider trading and shaving points, all illegal for good reason. This basic fact is why corporate moguls, scientist, and engineers all sign non-discloser agreements and non-compete clauses, as protection in case they are lured into switching sides as our former union president has done. No NFL coach ever drafted a player so that both teams could benefit and better understand each other, they are recruited to win the game against that former team, period. Likewise the company does not recruit the former union president by accident or mutual understanding, its strategy. Don't confuse playing the game with good sportsman-like conduct in support of common business and prosperity goals, with the requirement to only play for one side. Good men we all love and favor fall subject to this manipulation, often without their knowledge, and it is not a betrayal of their friendship to oppose them when they switch sides. If we did not love and trust them, they would not have been chosen and lured to the other side in the first place. The deception by the drafted player is not made at a conscious level, it's just human nature and it's all about money and power which corrupts our ability to be objective and loyal to two masters. This is why our court system created the defense attorney, and why our military created counter intelligence. Its strategy and its propaganda, and it works, and that's why the "powers to be" manipulate the chess pieces by sometimes changing their colors. Some players know they are being manipulated when their color is changed, but it brings them more money and power so they do not care. The rest have good intentions but do not even realize they are being manipulated. This tactic is also known by another name, Divide and Conquer. In battle sending an imperfect message with an imperfect team is obviously not ideal, but it's still being sent by YOUR team, your union leader, a leader that has common goals and common rewards with you, they are the best, because we have elected them to do a job for us. If you are not backing Moffett but believing the spin by those that have recently switched sides, you are taking food out of your own mouth. Showing unity and backing an imperfect situation still results in taking just as much ground, it's about unity and bargaining power. It's not necessary to wait around for that perfect attack because it will never come, the company will spin and attempt to destroy anyone that gets in their way. Ultimately it's not about any specific attack anyway, ASAP or whatever it makes no difference, it is and always has been only about power. If this company cared about safety it would not build pairings with 8 hour overnights, come on, are you that naive? Besides, do you really think Hoffa cares, no, he got a call from corporate America and was squeezed into denouncing Moffett. If he didn't they would spin the safety card against him and the Teamsters National with implication for truckers, future contracts, insurance rates etc...saying something like the Teamsters use safety as a bargaining chip, blah blah blah... Do you really think any pilot is going to do something unsafe for the contract, absolutely not, the only ones threatening safety here is the company with reduced rest, fatigue, and poverty. Do you not find it odd that Hoffa and the Teamsters are opposing a Teamster president publicly? Would the Teamsters National not normally support and work with one of their own? Why did they not sit down and help him strategize, correct any mistakes, and charge ahead? Would the Teamsters National not normally support and leverage a contract for all those pilots that have been paying Teamster dues, isn't that why we have all been paying Teamster dues in the first place? I sure haven't been paying dues so that the Teamsters National could come along and write this kind of an article undercutting our union leader and our unity. Whose side is the Teamsters National really on, it's obviously not the Republic pilots side.
No matter what Moffatt does the company is going to spin it like he is the terrorist and brainwash people like you into believing it, wake up, back your players that are trying to change things for you and your livelihood. Where has Hoffa been for the last 6 years, except collecting our dues. Seriously, do you really think an FO going for upgrade, signed off by a checkairman ready for the upgrade, who then fails, is not even capable of returning as a First Officer.
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