VANE: Pence is the substance candidate
If there is a word to describe the 2012 gubernatorial race, I would have to choose “curious.”
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STYRING: Hoping it isn’t too late to rethink Rockport
A $2.8 billion coal-to-natural-gas plant in Rockport has been in the works for several years, but the economics of the project seem dodgier by the day.
MAHERN: School boards should stop butting out
After reams of newsprint and a bazillion 1’s and 0’s on the Internet bemoaning the state of public education in general and Indianapolis Public Schools in particular, you finally get your chance to weigh in.
MUTZ: Change won’t come without realignment
With the political landscape littered with failed attempts to end impasse and frustrated citizens worried about the need for change, many voters are saying they intend to vote for the man, not the party. Apparently they think this approach will get results.
KRULL: New GOP strategy won’t help Mourdock
For the past few days, Indiana Republicans have pounded away at a new message in their fight to hold onto the U.S. Senate seat that’s up for grabs this fall.
BONIFIELD: Mourdock’s bent is too hot for Senate
I miss Richard Mourdock. His goofy smile, his bizarre antics, his brand of angry patriotism—all have been notably absent over the past month.
WAGNER: Why the undecideds seem indecisive
I’ll bet you’re not an undecided voter. How do I know? Because you’re reading this opinion piece in this political publication that resides within a larger publication that’s focused on a narrow set of issues. In other words, you’re engaged.
FARGO: Too many politicians dodge the public
In Monroe County, the League of Women Voters has been having trouble with its candidate forums for local and state races. Some of the candidates refuse to take part.
BECK: Reasons why debates still matter
In the days leading up to the election, there are countless opportunities to learn about the candidates who are running for elected office. With Election Day just weeks away, chances are you are getting bombarded by campaign paraphernalia in the mailbox, on television and radio, the Internet and in your neighbor’s front yard.
HOWEY: Super PACs will likely lead to corruption
Last summer, when the conservative Americans for Prosperity dumped $700,000 into Indiana on a TV ad attacking Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Joe Donnelly, I posted a story on the Howey Politics Indiana website talking about how the Super PAC was running the ad “on behalf” of Republican Senate nominee Richard Mourdock.
KENLEY: Idea would encourage government to consider its actions
Mike’s goal No. 6 is to develop a plan to improve the health, safety and well-being of Hoosier families, especially children.
DELANEY: Family impact statements would be waste of money
The state could direct $10 million to reducing childhood poverty and require that “family impact statements” be devised as to proposed regulations. The result would be that poverty would be alleviated by the $10 million minus the cost of the impact statements and the cost of the inevitable litigation about them.
BENNER: There’s plenty to ponder in sports world as autumn arrives
Questions for the Colts, the Fever, and more.
HETRICK: Regrets, I’ve had a few … starting with Lugar’s loss
In a state where political maneuvers and those making them are often maligned, Lugar has been a source of Hoosier pride.
LOU’S VIEWS: Phoenix continues to rise
New experiences are still what’s important to the 30-year-old theater.
DINING: Newcomer fills Agio void
Second in a month-long series of possessive restaurant reviews. This week: Ralston’s DraftHouse.
SKARBECK: Debt, deficit need work even if crisis is averted
Just what is this so-called “fiscal cliff” that is regularly injected into discussions as the political season heats up?
MORRIS: Republicans face hard Senate choice
One prime example of a candidate who promises more gridlock in Washington can be found right here in Indiana. Of course, you know I’m speaking of Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, Richard Mourdock.
EDITORIAL: Residents’ health a weighty issue
The projections released last month by Trust for America’s Health were sobering: By 2030, more than half of Hoosiers will be obese.
HICKS: Bernanke sheds light on Fed during Indy speech
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke spoke in Indianapolis on Oct. 1, and I was lucky enough to sit with a group of smart folks during his talk. I found three elements particularly interesting.