Kennedy wrong on jobs
Sheila Suess Kennedy suggested [June 4] that job creation and the wages of working Hoosiers drastically trail the national average. Here are the facts:
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AGARWAL: Right-to-work battle moves to court
The union movement is desperate for a victory, whether at the ballot box, legislature, or courthouse.
RUSTHOVEN: The president who’s above the law
The Constitution requires that every president swear to “faithfully execute” the office.
MAURER: Movie quotes with modern meanings
I Googled the American Film Institute’s list of 100 favorite movie quotes and discovered that many of these quotes are still relevant provided we just replace the speakers.
EDITORIAL: Purdue launches grand experiment with Daniels pick
Purdue University, known for its outstanding academic programs, has long sought a higher national profile. Choosing Mitch Daniels as its president should go a long way toward achieving that goal.
KIM: When planning finances, balance wants and needs
I think our educational system needs to do a much better job of equipping students to make wise financial decisions.
HICKS: Here’s hoping for taxes for all Americans in 2013
I believe we ought to raise taxes to finally end the soothing falsehoods that surround our tax policy—especially what are called the Bush tax cuts.
DINING: Highlights come early at Mediterra
Last in a month-long series of new-in-the-neighborhood restaurants. This week: Mediterra.
LOU’S VIEWS: Chicago second to none as theater town
I love New York. But, frankly, there are more exciting offerings in the alleged "Second City"—including Lookingglass Theatre’s world-premiere “Eastland.”
HETRICK: How far would and should you go to forgive?
Moral questions abound, from Poland to Penn State.
BENNER: Why not finish the IndyCar season at 16th and Georgetown?
It’s time to think out of the Speedway box.
ALTOM: LinkedIn hacking case holds a lesson about passwords
You often hear that you’re anonymous online, and you can be if you want to be. But if you want to buy or sell, register for newsletters, or get return e-mails, you have to declare your identity. And that identity is your e-mail address.
LOU’S VIEWS: A little something new on the Prairie
I’ve been taking my kids and their pals to Conner Prairie for 15 years. But the most recent visit was the first time they wanted to spend the whole time in Prairietown.
SKARBECK: Merger lawsuits common, but investors seldom benefit
The filing of merger lawsuits is so predictable that many acquiring companies factor in class-action legal costs as a form of “transaction tax” to get their deals done.
HICKS: Fathers influence the personal discount rate
It is quite easy to do things when young and inexperienced that severely limit one’s long-run options.
The case for stock options
Your executive compensation headlines [June 4] makes one think about the fairness of such large awards.
Wells’ credibility hurt
In mid to late May, many news outlets [May 14 IBJ] covered a story with Indianapolis International Airport board President Mike Wells prominently reporting that the airport suffered a $31.3 million operating loss in 2011.
Conexus supports governor’s Major Moves
We appreciate the [June 4] attention given to the Conexus Indiana Logistics Council and our work to address Indiana’s long-term infrastructure gap.
Immigrant column spot-on
Very uplifting [June 11 Maurer commentary]. Your question is well posed and it points to the historical “need” for scapegoats.