Editorial: CHIPS Act is funding science needed to keep US at forefront March 21, 2025 The CHIPS Act focuses on microelectronics and battery technology, but the future of artificial intelligence could also be at stake.
Trump’s calls to ‘nationalize’ elections have state, local election officials bracing for tumult February 9, 2026 | Jonathan Shorman, Stateline Several Democratic election officials, and some Republicans, have spoken out. Placing voting under control of the federal government would represent a fundamental violation of the Constitution, they note.
Star Parker: Lessons from the welfare fraud scandal in Minnesota January 29, 2026 | Star Parker Fraud and big government go hand in hand.
Sen. Aaron Freeman: Downtown casino would benefit from existing tourism January 29, 2026 | Sen. Aaron Freeman It would bring in people from the entire nation who visit Indianapolis for leisure and business.
Sen. Justin Busch: Now is the time to bring a casino to Fort Wayne January 29, 2026 | Sen. Justin Busch Analysis shows that it provides the greatest net benefit to the state without jeopardizing existing casino revenues.
Niki Kelly: Utility-cost push is worthy (but incomplete) approach January 29, 2026 | Niki Kelly Most of the bill doesn’t do anything to reduce or control your gas and electric bills.
Nathan Gotsch: Hoosiers feel alienated from major political parties January 29, 2026 | Nathan Gotsch Voters are also unhappy with the choices they see on the ballot.
Melissa Vance and Brad VanVleet: Wayne County casino could create compounded growth January 29, 2026 | Melissa Vance and Brad VanVleet This is an area with limited gaming options and untapped demand.
Lindsay Shipps Haake: Diverse Hoosiers of faith find common focus: Justice January 29, 2026 | Lindsay Shipps Haake Indiana Faith Voices for Justice affirms democracy rather than theocracy.
Karen Celestino-Horseman: The differences between traditional police and ICE January 29, 2026 | Karen Celestino-Horseman President Trump has militarized the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.
Jim Shella: Cignetti shows leadership traits with political savvy January 29, 2026 | Jim Shella / Special to IBJ For worst politician of the year, I nominate Gov. Mike Braun.
Jennifer Wagner Chartier: Election participation needs an IU-like turnaround January 29, 2026 | Jennifer Wagner Chartier/ Special to IBJ IU’s success is a lesson in un-sticking a stuck narrative.
George Gemelas: For America’s 250th, young people just might opt out January 29, 2026 | George Gemelas Even a dysfunctional family can come together for a celebration, if handled with care.
Dr. Richard Feldman: Correcting the record on hormone replacement therapy January 29, 2026 | Dr. Richard Feldman The earlier study included relatively few women in their late 40s and early 50s.
Curt Smith: Giving families more votes would refocus public policy January 29, 2026 | Curt Smith / Special to IBJ A different set of issues would rise to the top of the political priority list.
Claire Fiddian-Green: Small grants can help make nonprofits more nimble January 29, 2026 | Claire Fiddian-Green Some of the most meaningful impact comes from meeting urgent needs with responsiveness.
Bill Taft: Can communities benefit from data centers? January 29, 2026 | Bill Taft Let’s use this as an opportunity to improve our neighborhoods and towns.
Abdul-Hakim Shabazz: Data centers could help tax-strapped local governments January 29, 2026 | Abdul-Hakim Shabazz What they need is enough assessed value so rates can stay reasonable.
Brad Rateike: Indy rife with exquisite culinary, musical experiences January 29, 2026 | Brad Rateike Being metaphorically fat and happy is, frankly, underrated.
Deborah Daniels: Can combat-trained agents effectively de-escalate? January 29, 2026 | Deborah Daniels We have been warned about the danger of this cultural change.
