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Dana Black: It’s time to deal with the election consequences
We need to stand up, be visible and be ready to counter any anti-democratic policies proposed.
Jennifer Wagner Chartier: Officials, please just make things work
Regardless of party, we need our elected officials … to run things well.
Curt Smith: New administration should listen to faith community
But a push by faith leaders and elected leaders is coming in 2025 that seeks to broaden the engagement of the faith community in meeting pressing Hoosier needs.
Betsy Wiley: Indiana should pass universal school vouchers
The debate over school choice is not new but has never been more urgent.
Rep. Ed DeLaney: Helping the greatest among us: Vouchers for all
This game hurts the very individuals and communities that most need help.
Keith Gambill: We must prioritize public schools
Indiana’s public schools are the cornerstone of our communities, preparing students for success and fostering unity in a diverse society.
Rep. Bob Behning: Indiana’s bold vision for universal school choice
Families at every income level invest in our education system through taxes and should have equal access to its opportunities.
George Hornedo and Austin Matheny-Kawesch: Clean energy could be economic engine for Indiana
Beyond cost savings, clean energy and electrification offer long-term stability.
Rep. Ed DeLaney: The Legislature’s version of the vow of poverty
Those most in need of public services get to make do with less.
Niki Kelly: Old civics textbook yields timely reflections
The new standards focus on instructing students on the foundations of government, functions of government and the role of citizens.
Shariq Siddiqui: Mosque leaders must find alternate ways to fundraise
While U.S. Muslims give to build mosques, they have been less supportive of funding mosque operations.”
George Hornedo and Marianne Glick: A better system: Building a stronger Indiana for all
It’s time to prioritize the needs of families, seniors and future generations with policies that allow us all to thrive in Indiana.
Claire Fiddian-Green: Indiana employers must become co-producers of talent
The result is that young people in Switzerland have many education pathways and no dead-ends.
Brian Schutt: Two cheers for the Electoral College
While imperfect, its longevity of existence is itself an endorsement of its design.
George Gemelas: Post-election, we need creativity, commitment and a plan
It’s essential in the period we’re now in that new citizens step up, make time and act.
Marshawn Wolley: The election is over. What does the US do now?
The rhetoric on both sides of the national conversation was too hot.
Brad Rateike: Not happy with election results? Get involved.
We are privileged to be happy on Election Day, and we are privileged to be disappointed on Election Day.
Jennifer Wagner Chartier: Indy, it’s time to look ahead to the 2027 elections
If you’re even remotely plugged into local politics, you know several folks other than Shackleford have been jockeying to be Indy’s next chief executive for quite some time.
Karen Celestino-Horseman: The election is past; now what for America?
Historically, America has shown itself to be strong, with the ability to come together in times of crisis.