Angie Carr Klitzsch: Why Indiana can’t afford to ignore child care policy
The average cost of child care in Indiana hovers around $8,000 per year, outpacing the average price of in-state tuition.
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Ryan Callahan: Making Indiana a leader in radiopharmaceutical care
I believe this opportunity deserves a “whole of Indiana” effort and a renewed ambition to develop talent, infrastructure and policies that will sustain our momentum.
Rep. Earl Harris Jr.: Gutting DEI programming will hurt Indiana for years
If we continue down this path, we’ll see Indiana dip even lower in national rankings.
Bill Browne and Greg Henneke: Downtown district—now in place—is showing its worth
With more than $9.5 billion in downtown development reshaping our skyline, the need for consistent, responsive street-level services has never been greater.
Pamela Whitten and Latha Ramchand: Now one year in, IU Indianapolis is just getting started
Our commitment to our city and students demands that we offer learning experiences that go beyond the classroom.
Rick Snyder: An open letter to Indianapolis residents calling on residents to ‘do better’
Parent your children and set a good example with consequences for poor behavior. Speak out about politicians in charge who are derelict in their duties—missing in action while victims pay for their reckless neglect. Demand a recall option for elected officials.
Scott Fadness: Leadership that delivered for Fishers as city grows
House Enrolled Act 1427 makes a long-overdue change to the state’s local income tax distribution formula that will ensure Fishers receives a more equitable share of local income tax revenue.
Gregory Porter: Republican dysfunction is hurting Hoosier children
Indiana’s wealthiest families will get funding for their children’s private-school tuition while our less-fortunate families struggle to afford preschool.
Gov. Mike Braun: It’s time for Indiana to lead the nation in nuclear energy
Indiana doesn’t just want to be the leader in nuclear energy generation; we want to be the home for every part of the production supply chain.
Rep. Jeff Thompson: Property tax reform will bring Hoosiers lasting relief
Through a combination of credits and reforms, homeowners will save more than $1.3 billion in property taxes over the next three years.
Sue Ellspermann and Sudip Parikh: Indiana is key to boosting the science, tech workforce
Federal funding for science and technology is critical, but continuing America’s global science and technology leadership will not happen solely due to decisions made in Washington.
Tim George: Find your theme with nonprofit volunteer engagement
Business professionals play a crucial role with nonprofit organizations by providing resources, expertise and focus—essential for helping Indy thrive.
Kerry Prather: Cultivating leaders for Indiana’s future–one grad at a time
Colleges and universities across the country have a responsibility to help students connect their education to meaningful action.
Emily Williams: Indiana knows the economic power of energy readiness
The growth of data centers, advanced manufacturing and defense-critical industries means the need for energy isn’t just coming—it’s already here. That power must come from somewhere.
Mary McConnell: Philanthropy must step up for arts and humanities
A great deal of funding for the arts and humanities has suddenly evaporated, and unless donors fill the void, a lot of meaningful experiences will evaporate, as well.
Justin Phillips: Next step in saving lives is training on naloxone use
Naloxone training is about more than just emergency response. It’s a tool for changing culture, teaching compassion and reducing stigma and building bridges to recovery.
Nate Kaufman: Let’s fix what’s broken—not break what still works
Hospitals are not driving the cost crisis—they’re holding the line in a system where other parts of the infrastructure have been allowed to fail.
Jeff Smulyan: Supporting paid leave is a smart business investment
We can’t claim to be a business-friendly state if we don’t run through a few more walls to support the hardworking families who make our businesses succeed.
Rick Van Kooten and Joe Lovejoy: How higher ed can ensure our state’s economic prosperity
Notably, among 25- to 34-year-olds, the average net worth of those with a bachelor’s degree is about $120,000, compared with just $31,000 for those with only a high school diploma.
Lauren Murfree and Zia Saylor: State can do more to help with unexpected job loss
Large-scale job losses depress economies, make workers more likely to undertake large moves and induce young people to reconsider career trajectories.