HETRICK: Thoughts on losing Lugar and his legacy of leadership
Dick Lugar inspired good people and whetted their appetite for public service.
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FAENZI: Why are we still fighting about gay rights?
Despite fierce opposition, some politicians are finally speaking out to say they are in favor of marriage and equal rights for gay citizens.
EDITORIAL: Richard Lugar leaves a legacy
We were never of the opinion that Sen. Richard Lugar was out of touch with Hoosiers, or that his ability to reach across the aisle to solve a problem was a strike against him.
MAURER: Costa Rica offers affordable adventure
Costa Rica boasts a stable government and a record of relatively low violent crimes. Incidentally, the United States ambassador to Costa Rica is Anne Andrew, a Hoosier.
DINING: Not quite as ordered
First in a month-long series of Keystone Crossing/Clearwater Crossing-area restaurant reviews. This week: Brewstone Beer Co.
LOU’S VIEWS: Midwest vision quest
Thoughts on “Art from the Heartland,” Mike Birbiglia and moonlighting by the “Avenue Q” puppets.
SKARBECK: Debt, growth must balance for economies to recover
Countries need to reduce debt by cutting costs and raising revenue, but those actions dampen growth.
IBJ events inspired students
The breakfast set a standard for Brebeuf Jesuit’s own Conservation Club in pursuing a conference about living green.
HICKS: Debate rages on about role of Federal Reserve
The Employment Act of 1946 essentially required the Federal Reserve to do two mutually exclusive things: promote full employment and keep inflation low.
Brooks can help Congress
Susan Brooks is exactly the type of candidate that can implement change.
BROWN: Why IPS parents rebuff The Mind Trust plan
Stability and quality are what IPS residents want.
MORRIS: Let’s vote our way out of this mess
Politics only gets worse when people stop participating in the process.
EDITORIAL: Region’s fate tied to urban core
A conversation is starting about the health of this city’s urban core that everyone in the region should join.
RACE: 10 East Main brings together ingredients for revitalization
Branded as the 10 East Main Street Business District, the still somewhat spotty and edgy 10th Street is coming back to life serving new bohemians and longtime residents.
BENNER: Let’s hope Indiana-Kentucky rivalry won’t be gone long
I root for two teams: Indiana, and whoever’s playing Kentucky.
ALTOM: FAA should bring electronic-device policies up to speed
The public no longer accepts hollow proclamations with the same naïve grace.
FOLEY: Four freshman legislators are distinguishing themselves
One of Jud McMillin’s attributes, which bodes well for future leadership, is his ability to comprehend and communicate complex issues.
CHEATHAM: General Assembly needs more leaders who can work together
It is difficult to try to get along when the entire process—elections and legislating alike—are so fraught with the politics of personal attack.