KIM: The U.S. recession, through the looking glass
There is an unconventional school of thought that says the recent Great Recession was … a balance-sheet recession.
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HICKS: Some long-dead economists worth a listen
It is a bit too early to tell what this recession and recovery will do to the reputation of the many economists who prognosticated through it. But one thing is for certain: It has provided much publicity for many long-dead economists.
KLACIK: Many top-10 lists should be deep-sixed
Sometimes, there’s little difference between No. 10 and No. 11—or even No. 25 for that matter.
RUSTHOVEN: How is Obamanomics working for you?
The Obama vision of “fairness” demands higher taxes even when they help no one, reducing revenues and raising deficits.
MAURER: Georgia on our minds as election nears
I favor a temporary change to reflect our hospitality to the Super Bowl—the hokier the better. Consider Dungy Drive or Bowl Me Over Boulevard.
EDITORIAL: Software Artistry a success story all can celebrate
The help-desk software maker spawned at least 15 tech startups here … and unleashed a torrent of investment capital and talent that continues to fuel a critical sector of the local economy.
BENNER: This winter might be best and worst of times
We’ve got the Big Ten championship, the Crossroads Classic, the Super Bowl … and the possibility of no NBA season.
HETRICK: If you’ve botched the job, don’t botch the PR, too
How should BP have handled the Gulf crisis? Here are my basic rules.
SKARBECK: Don’t wait for the robins when making investments
As Warren Buffett counseled in October 2008, “If you wait for the robins, spring will be over.”
HICKS: Defining and understanding poverty in America
How much poverty we have and how bad it is remain elusive questions. The causes of poverty are better known.
LOU’S VIEWS: Urbanski renewal for Indianapolis Symphony
A new maestro sparks the ISO, plus thoughts on Indiana Repertory Theatre’s “Dracula” and Beef &Boards’ “Singin’ in the Rain.”
DINING: Closed encounter makes it a Blue Wednesday
Last in a series of “game on” restaurants. This week: Blue Crew Sports Grill
ALTOM: Business consumer loses when Google, Apple fight
Even complementary companies can trip over each other in today’s high-tech market, and cause problems for the business users who depend on them.
MORRIS: A former entrepreneur returns home to Indiana
In my early days of selling radio advertising, I met Steve Shuel, who owned his own advertising agency.
EDITORIAL: ‘Green’ funding is losing glow
Financial backers need a greater appreciation for the inherent risks in emerging industries.
Assumptions hurt Libman, others
When any president or CEO leaves, a review and audit are routinely done to reassure the organization that all was handled correctly and that there was no illegal behavior, so they can move forward with a new leader.
Some Tea Partiers tinged with racism
According to Peter Rusthoven, skin color is absolutely no part of any attacks on President Obama.
Believe Kostas: Vote for Scales
After reading the [Sept. 12] Viewpoint by Kostas Poulakidas, I can only conclude that I will receive his vote in the Nov. 8 municipal elections. I am exactly what Kostas is looking for in a city-county councilor.
SLAUGHTER: Networking is more important than ever
Your personal network … is what will grant you the most direct access to the people you need to know.
KENNEDY: Threshhold questions for higher education
Colleges and universities that are genuinely engaged in education must have standards.