BECK: The case for domestic partner benefits
We often hear that government should be run more like business.
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KIM: Compounding, Rule of 72 work for you if you let them
Saving/investing more and earlier is a simplistic strategy, but it requires discipline, patience and hard work.
Law selectively enforced
Peter Rusthoven [June 25] correctly criticized President Obama’s decision to invade the province of Congress by taking steps to effectively enact the Dream Act through omission.
Renewing democracy
I was heartened to see John Mutz’s [June 16 Forefront column] about Parker Palmer’s newest book, “Healing the Heart of Democracy: The Courage to Create a Politics Worthy of the Human Spirit.”
Parking enforcement overstated
Sensors in Indianapolis do not alert an enforcement officer when time on a meter has expired.
Another idea to merge local not-for-profits
I applaud the Little Red Door Cancer Agency [June 18] in taking a step that many not-for-profits should consider: merging to better serve constituents and utilize donor contributions.
Jefferson also said…
Thomas Jefferson could hardly be further from today’s liberal/progressive agenda [Hetrick, June 11].
GUY: Irrationality, fear are on the march
Increasing fear comes from nowhere. The American crime rate has not risen for decades, and the homicide rate has fallen.
‘Ethics’ in perspective
In his rambling essay on everyday ethics, Bruce Hetrick [June 25] introduces us to David Brower, a “leading environmentalist” with a “penchant for expressing bold ideas in blunt terms.”
RUSTHOVEN: A pocket guide to the health care ruling
Ours is a government of limited powers.
LOU’S VIEWS: Gregory Hancock’s ‘Hunchback’ is back
Plus thoughts on ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’
DINING: Eatery adds to Library lunch options
Second in a month-long series of “Grill” restaurant reviews. This week: Panorama Grill.
BENNER: New football playoff will create more problems than it solves
Anyone who things the new four-team playoff will quiet the controversies needs a reality check.
HETRICK: Maybe it’s time to think like ‘Mad Men’ and sell everything
The Rs and the Ds could fight over ad space in voter registration.
MAURER: Daniels can lead beyond Purdue
I wonder what President Daniels can do off campus to benefit the nation and the world from the platform he has been presented.
EDITORIAL: BrightPoint sale opens new chapter for Laikin
It remains to be seen what will happen to BrightPoint’s 1,300 employees in the Indianapolis area.
HICKS: Smart cuts won’t hit all government workers
Few governments, and none in Indiana, can now afford to continue doing things the private sector does.
HARRIS: Solid board members elevate local charter schools
Community leaders can fundamentally shape institutions that have the potential to change kids’ lives.
MEREDITH: Volunteers can best improve academic performance
Students who might have attendance problems tell stories about how they never missed school on tutoring day.
MOURDOCK: Walker victory adds momentum for decisive leadership
Here in Indiana, the Wisconsin win will energize those who struggle for freedom.