Karen Tallian: Many reasons exist to legalize marijuana
The public wants this. Our legislators are afraid to listen.
Karen Tallian / Special to IBJ
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Karen Tallian: Outdated bail system creates two-tiered justice
The use of money bail fuels mass incarceration, erodes public safety and does irreparable harm to poor communities, with a particularly devastating impact on communities of color.
Karen Tallian: It’s time to decriminalize marijuana possession
Marijuana use is becoming more and more normalized and widely accepted.
Karen Tallian: Superintendent should be elected by the people
By making this elected position an appointed one, the supermajority ignored the voices of the more than 1.3 million Hoosiers who voted to put Glenda Ritz in that office.
TALLIAN: Neighbors need to have protections, too
The Legislature cannot simply decide to eliminate the ability of local zoning or other regulations regarding property use in their towns.
TALLIAN: Gov. Pence prioritized surplus over government services
Indiana’s “filet mignon” surplus sizzles, while many agencies exist on generic mac and cheese. How does Mr. Pence sustain a policy of growing a bloated surplus while revenue declines?
TALLIAN: Best RFRA remedy? Start by rebuilding Indiana’s rep
The opinions and perceptions of our established business leaders and emerging entrepreneurs matter. So do the opinions of young Hoosiers and those who might stay or come to Indiana as our future workforce.