Jim Dalton: Suggestions for curbing Indy’s youth violence problem
Most youth I evaluate are not “hardened criminals.” They are developmentally compromised adolescents navigating environments where aggression is normalized and identity is fragile.
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Voices from the industry: How this gap in women’s care costs Indiana millions
There is a critical and overlooked opportunity to improve women’s health outcomes while reducing long-term health care costs: the diagnosis and management of bleeding disorders in women.
David Rosenberg: Future of American biotech is being built in Indianapolis
If you want to understand where America’s biotech future is being built, stop looking east and west. Look at what’s happening right now in central Indiana.
Zach Kent: Invest to deliver on energy affordability and reliability
Affordability is not simply regulatory rhetoric; it is the byproduct of how effectively the energy system is built and managed over time.
Michael B. Murphy: Vision, commitment, excellence: The Schellinger legacy
In less than one year, Jim Schellinger transformed Indy’s economic development profile from one that forced companies to wait years for expansion permits to a “customer-first” philosophy that fast-tracked projects in a matter of weeks.
Kristin Saner: Fix broken credit card fees to lower consumer costs
Without legislative action, relief for Main Street and consumers will remain elusive. Why? Because Visa and Mastercard control nearly four-fifths of the credit card market.
Steve Wolff: The ‘tort tax’ is a burden consumers are left to bear
Taxes come with a cost. They reduce the economic power of individuals and businesses, limiting purchasing power and the ability to reinvest, grow and create jobs.
Danny Lopez: Is a truly free Cuba on the horizon? It’s complicated.
For many of us, a deal that keeps the Castro regime in place would certainly sting and would, in my estimation, do a disservice to the generations of Cubans and Cuban Americans who have spent decades pining for liberty, free elections and basic human rights.
William Murphy: Collaboration on schools thrives under a shared reality
To build a sustainable future, our community must confront difficult questions about resource allocation.
Dale Neuburger: Social media, women, geography are lessons from Olympics
As much as we understand the advantages of our compact, asset-filled downtown, wouldn’t it be interesting to stage an event in which Indianapolis is the hub, with other Indiana cities engaging directly?
Sam Snideman and Taylor Hughes: Businesses should seize the chance to partner on child care
If Indiana wants more working parents — especially moms — back in the game, we must treat child care like the economic infrastructure it is.
Ivan Barratt: Investors should seek wisdom of multifamily real estate
At its core, multifamily investing increases housing supply. The United States remains millions of units short of meeting demand.
John Mutz: Investment in energy signals stronger economic future
Investment at this scale reinforces Indiana’s reputation as a place where long-term commitments can succeed.
Matt Parr: AES acquisition plan could force utility bills higher
If a fund is aiming for substantially higher returns than utilities have historically produced, how is the gap closed?
Eric Holcomb and Teresa Lubbers: America at 250: How will you put citizenship to work?
At Sagamore Institute, we champion the essential role of everyday citizens in our democracy through our solution-oriented research and with events that promote civic engagement as well as educational and economic opportunity.
Josh Levi and Tom Dermody: Crossroads of America should embrace data centers
When data centers make investments in Indiana, they’re committing to the communities where they operate for the long haul. This means consistent, high-paying jobs — many of which don’t require a traditional four-year degree.
Andrew Kossack: The Midwest can be next arsenal of American defense
Regions that can combine engineering talent, testing infrastructure, manufacturing capacity and supply chain access will shape the future of defense production.
Dr. Patrick McGill: Writing a prescription for affordable, effective health care
Transformational thinking can successfully address Indiana’s health care challenges, but the burden can no longer be placed solely on the shoulders of those delivering the care.
Scott Feller and Aman Brar: Critical thinking, leadership keys to AI job uncertainty
The professionals who can frame the right questions, exercise creativity and judgment in ambiguous situations, and communicate effectively across teams are more valuable, not less.
Michelle Shelburne: Homelessness solutions must address range of need
Lawmakers should support resources along the spectrum of need: from security deposit assistance to initiatives like Streets to Home Indy all the way up to relationship-based, intensive supportive housing with around-the-clock staffing.