Editorial: Suspending gas taxes provides welcome help amid rising prices
On Wednesday, AAA reported the average price per gallon in Indiana as $4.755, nearly 22 cents higher than the national average.
Editorials
Editorial: State’s AI initiative sounds promising for companies both big and small
We like the approach. While there’s no doubt AI is causing disruption in many industries and in employment, we still believe AI will create new jobs and new markets.
Editorial: Reboot strategy before seeking bids once again for Old City Hall
Following the collapse of a development deal between TWG and the city, we’re not sure it makes sense to seek another round of ideas from developers without deeper research into what’s possible.
Editorial: Fever puts the band back together after off-season of uncertainty
These are players and a team with the potential to have huge community impact not just this summer but in the years ahead. And that wasn’t certain just a week or two ago and especially not a month or two ago.
Editorial: What should be our mission for Indiana and Indianapolis?
We’re interested in your big ideas — and what barriers would need to be summited to get there. Go to IBJ.com/ideas to share your thoughts. We are excited to see them.
Editorial: Whether you love hoops or not, join the Final Four weekend fun
Showing up for Final Four Friday or for the music festival or on Sunday for the non-Division I championships means you’re helping make a case to the NCAA and others that Indianapolis continues to be the best place to host a sports event.
Editorial: Putting six-figure cap on Social Security benefits a good step
The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, a group co-chaired by former Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels, released a white paper this week calling for a “six-figure limit for Social Security” as part of an effort to keep the social safety net alive.
Editorial: Plan to invest $1B in life sciences puts resources in smart places
It’s not clear if the new program will represent a big shift in how Indiana currently uses its tax credits. In the past few years, life sciences companies — including Eli Lilly and Co., Elanco Animal Health and others — have received state incentives to expand or retain jobs in Indiana.
Editorial: Braun administration’s decision to scrap park project disappoints
We fear that a number of recent decisions — including this latest move by the state, last fall’s demolition of the crane bay and the city’s decision not to allow development at the former Diamond Chain property just across the river — make it unlikely the city will ever get serious about taking advantage of its riverfront.
Editorial: Open bidding, voter referendums were strong adds to casino bill
Given that lawmakers in northeast Indiana seem divided about whether their constituents want a casino, it seems logical to let voters make that choice.
Editorial: Stadium legislation is just a step in striking a fair Bears deal
The legislation we expect Braun to sign into law only authorizes financing for and construction of a stadium. It doesn’t mandate it. It gives states and local authorities what they need to negotiate with the Bears.
Nationalize our elections? No, that’s a terrible idea. Here’s why.
Having states administer elections divides power among people and parties. It assures that not everyone who oversees voting comes from the same background or culture or religion or politician persuasion.
Editorial: Lawmakers should be cautious as they tackle housing questions
The state could find other ways to financially incentivize communities — which are already worried about the impact of tax changes on their revenue — to create more affordable housing.
Editorial: Championship offers chance to push IU forward in many ways
This championship could simply be viewed as an exciting and even historic sports achievement. But we believe it’s more than that.
Editorial: Threats against public officials are threatening our democracy
Let’s begin agreeing to disagree again. Let’s listen to one another. Let’s assume the best intentions of those around us.
Editorial: State, federal officials must act to prevent local jail overcrowding
The jail was over capacity by 48 people on Tuesday, with 33 Immigrations and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, detainees.
Editorial: Let’s motivate the Chicago Bears to defect from Illinois to Indiana
We think there are ways to ensure the region is a net gainer from the endeavor.
Editorial: National editorials put the spotlight on Hoosier state
We appreciate the positive attention on Indiana and its leaders. It’s worth noting that many Hoosiers see the issues the two editorial boards heralded as more complicated than those looking from the outside might assume. So do we.
Editorial: Braun should take steps to repair relationship with GOP lawmakers
Maybe the governor is simply trying to stay in Trump’s good graces.
Kudos to state, Lilly Endowment for continued focus on literacy
We were excited last week when state officials announced a public–private investment of nearly $75 million to accelerate literacy, expand high-quality summer learning, strengthen STEM programs, modernize and expand career advising, and maintain digital learning tools for Hoosier students.