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MERISOTIS: Talent + transit = access to opportunity

Beyond addressing Indianapolis’ urgent mobility challenges, perhaps the most powerful promise of mass transit is its capability to connect our residents to a successful future—a future where equity in opportunity will help fuel our city’s growth in the 21st century knowledge economy.

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MORRIS: Expanding transit is worth the cost

I’m under no illusion that Indy’s transit plan is sustainable without public subsidy. However, I believe a good transit system is worth the investment and I’m willing to put my tax money where my mouth is.

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EDITORIAL: Pence, Trump an awkward fit

Where’s the overlap on agendas? While Trump’s policy statements often border on the incoherent, there is little evidence his priorities are close to in sync with Pence’s conservative vision. Their words and deeds could hardly be more different, either.

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Vaping law offers safety

The lack of regulation of the industry had created a “wild west” environment, leaving consumers no idea what was in an e-liquid bottle, where it came from or who would be responsible for any harm it may have caused.

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KRAMER: Bill would help city fight toughest problems

If passed and implemented, this law could be a game-changer in how organizations such as Goodwill serve families across Indiana and the country. By investing in strong programs with proven outcomes, long-term savings for the government can be realized, creating economic boosts for cities and states.

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The Supreme Court’s affirmative action fraud goes on

Last month the Supreme Court of the United States voted that President Obama exceeded his authority when he granted exemptions from the immigration laws passed by Congress. But the court also exceeded its authority by granting the University of Texas an exemption from the Constitution’s requirement of “equal protection of the laws,” by voting that […]

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The utter inconsequence of Hillary’s veep

I doubt that Hillary Clinton really wants to run with Elizabeth Warren—I doubt that she fully trusts her—but if that’s her calculated decision: mazel tov. They sure were fiery together last week, two blue devils raring to bedevil Donald Trump. Tim Kaine is totally sensible, mostly safe and a bit of a snooze: the aspirin […]

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