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Letters to the Editor
Vote to restore balance
October 27, 2012
Three things have modulated the excesses of unfettered American capitalism since the rise of the Progressive Era in the early
20th century: labor unions, government regulations, and the progressive income tax system. It’s no coincidence that
the rise of the American middle class followed.
MoreGM, Chrysler didn't need rescue
October 27, 2012
The automobile industry did not need rescue. It did not need the government takeover. Only two badly run corporations were
in trouble.
MoreSports, arts not rivals
October 20, 2012
Bill Benner’s [Oct. 15] column on arts versus sports drives home the point of the misguided view that the arts and sports
are equal rivals! This column should have appeared on your front page!
MoreWhy help Democrats?
October 20, 2012
I must respectfully disagree with Mickey Maurer’s Oct. 15 commentary.
MoreMight leave the state
October 20, 2012
[Hetrick’s Oct. 8 column] was spot on. I tend Democrat but have been voting for Richard Lugar since I could vote in
1972.
MoreDisheartening response
October 20, 2012
Thank you for the [Oct. 8 Morris column] on the Senate race. Some important issues seem to be swept under the rug in this
important race.
MoreObesity battle can be won
October 20, 2012
The shocking news about obesity keeps on coming. As IBJ reported in its Oct. 8 editorial, “Residents’
health a weighty issue,” more than half of Hoosiers will be obese by 2030, costing us billions of dollars in health
care and lost productivity.
MoreStudent critiques have limited value to teachers
October 13, 2012
I see some real drawbacks to having students evaluate their teachers.
MoreArticle overlooked part-time MBAs
October 6, 2012
A [Sept. 10] article cited evidence of a drop in MBA applications as part of a nationwide trend among prominent business schools.
While the article specifically names decreases in applications to highly regarded MBA programs at Indiana University and Purdue
University, it overlooks the significant growth within part-time MBA programs like the one offered here at the IU Kelley School
of Business in downtown Indianapolis.
MoreVote for change
October 6, 2012
The recession was not caused by George W. Bush. It was caused by liberal sub-prime mortgage practices at financial institutions,
backed by government-sponsored Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac since 1993. The independent Federal Reserve System saved the banks,
but in addition to foreclosures, millions of home values are now worth less than the mortgages owed.
MoreConsumption tax would spark growth
October 6, 2012
Elections are close by and the rhetoric from all sides is heating up. Tax the rich! 47 percent of Americans do not pay income
taxes!
MoreMore credits for Denison growth
September 29, 2012
We want to thank IBJ for the [Sept. 24] profile of Denison Parking. While Denison’s partnership with the citizens
of Indianapolis was highlighted in the article, our partnership with Hal Darring and Global Parking was left unpublished.
MorePancake too thin
September 29, 2012
I know Rex Early is a loyal Republican but I was surprised of his [Sept. 1 column] support for Mourdock. While he may tell it as he sees it, he fails to understand
it is a mighty thin pancake that does not have two sides.
MoreBrainard good for Carmel
September 22, 2012
Who are you [Sept. 17 Styring column] to pretend to know what Carmel residents want?
MoreBrainard, 'cronies' should leave
September 22, 2012
While I agreed with almost every point [Styring, Sept. 17] made, there is one that I must vehemently object to—specifically
his statement that “I don’t question the mayor’s honesty or good intentions.”
MoreGoverned by profligates
September 22, 2012
Plato said, “The penalty good men pay for inattention to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men.” In Carmel,
[Sept. 17 Styring column] we have chosen commerce over the constitution, the rule of man over the rule of law.
MoreGetting out the vote
September 22, 2012
In his [Aug. 27] column, Bruce Hetrick challenged us—the opinion leaders of the Indianapolis community—to do more
to encourage voter participation, and he has good reason to be concerned. According to the Indiana Civic Health Index, the
Hoosier State ranks 48th in voter turnout and 43rd in voter registration. Some might be disappointed in our ranking, but I
see this as a call to action.
MoreAppreciating White River
September 22, 2012
Both in business and at home, water is so much a part of our daily lives that we often take it for granted.
MoreTeacher preparation already changing
September 15, 2012
At the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation, we agree with David Harris [Sept. 3 Forefront] that Gov. Mitch Daniels
is in an exciting position to reform teacher preparation at Purdue. Some steps have already been taken there, with the governor’s
endorsement.
MoreMore ways to fix abandoned homes
September 15, 2012
I finished reading the [Sept. 3 Forefront column] from Samuel Odle and couldn’t agree more that the abandoned homes
issue poses many challenges for the neighborhoods, residents and overall Indianapolis community. However, I felt compelled
to offer a fourth solution.
MoreDifferent conclusion
September 8, 2012
Studying the same subject, I came to a different conclusion, especially when the whole story is revealed [Kennedy column,
Aug. 27].
MoreThe 'USSR-ADA'
September 8, 2012
Thank you for [Benner’s Sept. 3] commentary on Lance Armstrong. I could not believe my ears when Travis Tygart of the
United States Anti-Doping Agency announced something of the sort of “since Lance Armstrong will not prove himself innocent,
we must find him guilty...”
MoreSymphony shrinking from greatness
September 8, 2012
The recent proposals [Sept. 3 IBJ] by the board of directors and the compliant management of the Indianapolis Symphony
Orchestra to “save” it will only lead to its demise if implemented.
MoreAnother CDC fan
September 8, 2012
Thank you for running the [Sept. 3 Forefront] remarks from Sam Odle about the important role that community development corporations
play in tackling the challenge of rebuilding our neighborhoods.
MoreToo many TIFs
September 8, 2012
“Carl” [Aug. 20 Taft column] most likely would have taken the job in another factory at lower wages and taken
night classes to train for a better job. He needs the income to support his family.
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The basic idea of nice apartments with parking and retail is a good one, but this design seems overwhelmingly big/tall for Broad Ripple. The size could be disguised a bit with lots of big trees/landscaping, but the complex is too massive to blend in easily. That section of canal between College and Westfield will also need to be upgraded on both sides. Nice apartments facing onto a nice promenade with shade trees/plantings could bring together the canal towpath/Monon recreation, the outdoor seating at existing restaurants, and this project into something that upgrades the whole area. A plan for the whole stretch makes more sense than facing nice new housing onto what looks like a ditch. Is there a plan? Does the public have input? Who pays? The apartment idea seems to be reasonable, but Whole Foods is not a good idea for appropriate retail. Besides the store being physically too big, there are already Fresh Market at 54xCollege and Whole Foods in Nora for fancy groceries. Good Earth and Kroger are within walking distance of the Shell site. There are at least 7 grocery stores within a safe bike ride. Whole Foods would add nothing but traffic congestion. This design is on the right track, but there needs to be more work done to ensure that it blends in with and enhances the existing community. A project that large will set a tone for that whole part of town. It could be a real asset, but only if done right.