Jan Lutz: Child crime victims are at high risk of losing support
Before we can tackle the central issues of the Crime Victims Fund, we need to first address the harm caused by these cuts.
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Denny Spinner: Next governor must galvanize rural economic growth
The next governor can encourage rural growth simply by highlighting the things that make rural Indiana towns special. Rural economies need attention.
Jamie Merisotis: Retooling higher education to meet the needs of Gen Z
A college credential generally leads to greater personal fulfillment and a longer lifespan. And we know that education after high school promotes deeper engagement with democracy and social issues.
Polina Osherov: It’s time to take Indiana’s creative economy seriously
Creative sectors are fueling new businesses, creating jobs and boosting our state’s competitiveness.
Tom Coverdale: Making it possible for Hoosiers to age their way
There are many programs available to assist caregivers and their loved ones, but these programs are of no use if no one knows about them.
Tim George: The creative economy: Indiana’s missing link
Arts and cultural industries added $9.3 billion to the state’s economy in 2022. That sounds like a lot … and it is. But it’s also just 2% of Indiana’s gross state product.
Dr. Ramesh Adhikari: Here’s one way to address health care worker shortage
The Conrad 30 federal waiver program is a great tool to recruit international physicians to work in underserved areas, but it does not fully address the challenges of retaining physicians in these areas long term.
Karen Alter: The evolution and impact of women-owned businesses
In the mid-1980s, women-owned businesses were rare. The 1982 Economic Census notes that only 3.5% of businesses in the United States were women-owned, and Indiana reflected this trend.
Gary Alexander: How $700M was stolen from Indiana’s neediest
The political revolving door between state government and the health care industry is a major problem.
Tauhric Brown: Let’s extend a lifeline for our aging population
The Older Americans Act provides vital programs that enable older adults to age with dignity and independence. As this legislation faces reauthorization in Congress, it’s imperative that we advocate for its continuation.
Greg Maurer: It’s time to get on the right side of history
There will be no peace until Israel’s enemies give up any hope whatsoever that Israel and its citizens (Jews, Muslims, Druze and Christian) are going anywhere.
Mike Dodd: Why Indiana companies should do business in defense
The presence of our military installations coupled with Indiana’s great research universities makes our state ripe for innovation and defense-related economic development.
John Helling: Public libraries help voters make informed decisions
We want to make reliable information available to the public from a range of sources and perspectives so our patrons can use that information to pursue their own educational goals and come to their own conclusions.
Sharon Negele: Credit card competition act deserves lawmaker support
As a small-business owner, I have to compete for my customers. The lack of competition and lack of transparency in the credit card business creates an environment of uncertainty for business owners, and we are forced to raise prices to absorb fee increases.
Deborah Williams: Eliminating prior authorizations would be a mistake
Eliminating prior authorization would greatly increase out-of-pocket burden and medical debt for working families and premiums paid by employers by billions of dollars.
Robert Evans III: Scooters are causing ADA violations for city government
As Indianapolis moves further into our cultural and institutional renaissance, it’s important that we protect the most vulnerable among us, assuring that all residents have equal access to opportunity.
Mark Myers: Property tax changes must be strategic and thoughtful
The quality of life in our communities depends on our ability to invest in not only essential services and infrastructure but also parks, trails, sidewalks and more.
Trish Demeter: The case for renewable baseload energy in Indiana
The need for more electricity on the grid is well-documented as new data centers and next-generation manufacturing plants are announced.
Jasmin Shaheed-Young: To elevate outcomes, prioritize the needs of teachers
These results provide encouraging evidence that Marion County teacher satisfaction—at 65%—is higher than typically portrayed in national and local narratives.
Mariah Brown: 3 essential ways to support girls and women in STEM
A good ally is an individual who is willing to prioritize change. Good allies turn the spotlight away from themselves and allow others to shine and experience new opportunities.