Tom LoBianco: What’s a party to do after a political wave?
Among the House Republicans … there seems to have been little introspection, despite losing the House again.
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Jennifer Wagner: Tradition grounds nation’s otherwise chaotic politics
The bedrock of democracy is strong, and so are we, even when it doesn’t always feel like the ground beneath us is a solid as it used to be.
Riley Parr: Millennials are nabbing opportunities in politics
In spite of general attitudes about my generation, some millennials are taking matters into their own hands—and doing it quite well.
Bill Oesterle: The shifting politics of the suburbs
The real growth areas of the state are the suburbs. Until 2016, this was a trend that overwhelmingly benefited Republicans. That may have changed.
Michael Leppert: ‘Sore loser’ sessions illustrate struggle to let power go
Even Republican voters should be disgusted, or at a minimum, turned off by strategies like these.
Christina Hale: Lawmakers should buckle down, do the people’s work
It doesn’t take much sweat to work a little harder, hear a few extra bills and put in a few more hours of research and discussion.
Richard Feldman: The collateral damage of the war on opioids
Patients with legitimate chronic pain are commonly weaned down on dosage … or told they will no longer receive opioids.
Marshawn Wolley: Leaders must look long term when tackling problems
Bush reminds us that leadership isn’t always doing the people’s will; sometimes it’s helping us find our better selves.
Jim Shella: George Bush, a guy who did things his own way
I can’t imagine any other politician handling it that way.
Deborah Daniels: Bush’s death marks the end of historic era
The 41st president was likely better prepared to serve as president of the United States than any president before or after his tenure.
Curt Smith: Sen. Young leads innovation in social services
The least fortunate among us will get better help and government will at a minimum pay for more effective services.
Abdul-Hakim Shabazz: ’Tis the season to be offended
You can’t judge a 1944 song using 2018 standards.
Glenda Ritz: Elected educators plan to focus on public schools
But fighting for what is right for our children in public education is so important that the fight is worth it.
Kevin Brinegar: Another time debate is not time well spent
For Indiana, a switch from the Eastern time zone would turn our daylight saving time choice to daylight losing time.
Eric Bassler: Central time would boost Hoosiers’ health, well-being
Hoosiers should live in a state that values health and well-being, promotes strong commerce and protects our youngest citizens.
Dana Black: Disappointing year in Indiana but still gains to cheer
With all the women of color winning congressional races, you know Shirley Chisholm and Barbara Jordan are smiling down on us doing the Cha Cha Slide.
Leah McGrath: Who will carry the torch, guide the next generation?
We have become complacent in our quest to see the good, and there is still so much good.
John McDonald: The economics of click, ship and wrap
Business owners must shift their mindset and accept that using automation and technology advancements in warehousing and logistics is the only way to stay competitive.
Una Osili: We need more women in economics
Female economists have been shown to have different views from their male colleagues and support divergent policies.
Deborah Hearn Smith: More women are headed to Congress. Will it matter?
We cannot assume our issues will find champions.