LAMAR: How employers should respond to Brexit
Hoosier companies will become better positioned in the long run to compete in today’s global economy, especially in the EU, if they make adjustments in reaction to Brexit.
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KENNEDY: A chance to choose our lawmakers
I would argue that one of the frustrations fueling anger in today’s electorate is the realization by so many citizens that their votes don’t count.
HOOSIER BEACON: Least likely Hoosier was most likely hero
As a man, Tecumseh believed in the power of words, and he was as ready to criticize fellow Indians for atrocities committed against white men as to criticize white settlers for the injustices they were perpetrating against indigenous peoples.
MERISOTIS: Talent + transit = access to opportunity
Beyond addressing Indianapolis’ urgent mobility challenges, perhaps the most powerful promise of mass transit is its capability to connect our residents to a successful future—a future where equity in opportunity will help fuel our city’s growth in the 21st century knowledge economy.
KIM: The ‘Brexit Panic’: We’ve seen this movie before
When you’re watching the Dow plunge hundreds of points in a matter of minutes, it’s easy to believe you’re staring into the abyss.
EDITORIAL: Bayh’s entry will give voters a choice
We hope Democrat Evan Bayh and Republican Todd Young wage a campaign of substance that draws clear lines for voters.
BOHANON & STYRING: What Alcoa can teach us about economics
Alcoa and others made tons of money by finding mass-market uses for cheap aluminum, such as tea kettles. Napoleon III flaunted his pricey aluminum. It took capitalism to put it on the household stove.
LOPRESTI: Blind players inspire at Indy Thunder games
The stories of these athletes will remind you there’s still hope in the world.
URBAN DESIGN: Cool districts need authentic, fine-grained foundation
These urban enclaves are perfect environments on which to build grassroots economy.
Pacers’ legal tenacity on display in IRS fight
The legal fallout stemming from Melvin Simon’s decision to unload his half of the Indiana Pacers to his brother Herb just a few months before his September 2009 death is getting crazier by the day.
MORRIS: Expanding transit is worth the cost
I’m under no illusion that Indy’s transit plan is sustainable without public subsidy. However, I believe a good transit system is worth the investment and I’m willing to put my tax money where my mouth is.
EDITORIAL: Pence, Trump an awkward fit
Where’s the overlap on agendas? While Trump’s policy statements often border on the incoherent, there is little evidence his priorities are close to in sync with Pence’s conservative vision. Their words and deeds could hardly be more different, either.
DINING: Fat Dan’s Deli finds tasty second home just off Mass Ave
That’s good news for anyone craving hearty, upgraded bar food in a boisterous, friendly environment that doesn’t feel oppressive.
LOPRESTI: International players bring a world of talent to Victory Field
This summer coalition of Indians reminds us of a truth: Doesn’t matter what language you speak, baseball can be hard.
Vaping law offers safety
The lack of regulation of the industry had created a “wild west” environment, leaving consumers no idea what was in an e-liquid bottle, where it came from or who would be responsible for any harm it may have caused.
UIndy action is insulting
Students learned that the rules don’t matter as long as you can bully your way to victory.
KRAMER: Bill would help city fight toughest problems
If passed and implemented, this law could be a game-changer in how organizations such as Goodwill serve families across Indiana and the country. By investing in strong programs with proven outcomes, long-term savings for the government can be realized, creating economic boosts for cities and states.
CARNAHAN: Challenges abound with brownfield reuse
Cleanup takes money. It can cost millions—or several hundred thousand dollars—to redevelop a brownfield. But, once pollution is gone, the ultimate result can be profitable in many ways.
SKARBECK: Investors should steer clear of multi-alternative funds
The common thread with multi-alternative mutual funds is that their fees are high and the performance has been outright terrible.
BOHANON & STYRING: Myriad issues factored into UK’s Brexit vote
British voters understood full well that Brexit would likely make them poorer, but they voted for it, anyway, because they were “buying” other things.