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Chu tells half-truth
I have grown tired of the half-truths sold to the public regarding how much of every taxpayer dollar goes into classrooms [Chu column, March 5 Forefront].
Wrong about vaccines
IBJ readers may be terribly misled by Anita Y. Woudenberg’s [March 5 Forefront] remarks about vaccines.
KLACIK: Now for a new round of big thinking
If we go about directing the energy and confidence gained during our super moment into an effort downsized by fear of failure, and constrained by limited resources, hampered by political partisanship, and burdened by intra-regional rivalries, and what-is-in-it-for-me agendas, then we will not fully realize the potential of this super moment.
RUSTHOVEN: Qualms about Irsay’s colossal wager
Rick Reilly, a fabulous sportswriter, points out that without Manning, there is no Lucas Oil Stadium, no Indy-hosted Super Bowl, no brand new JW Marriott downtown.
EDITORIAL: Airport executives’ travel deserves scrutiny
The lavishness of the trips smacks of a culture of indulgence and raises questions about whether airport CEO John Clark III is making the best use of his time.
KIM: Is No. 1 NFL draft pick a franchise fix or fool’s gold?
“Scorecasting” authors say teams consistently place excessive value on high draft picks and routinely overpay, in terms of current and future picks, to move up the draft order.
HICKS: Value proposition should drive higher ed debate
Even with higher tuition, college students are still flocking to campus. The real problem isn’t increasing costs, but uncertain benefits.
FEIGENBAUM: Lawmakers did much more than pass right to work
While some editorial writers suggest legislators accomplished little of consequence this session, and House Democrats lament lost opportunities to restore education funding and fix child services programs, we actually experienced a remarkably productive final four weeks.
BENNER: Hall of Fame selectors are finally honoring ABA greats
Feel free to congratulate former Indiana Pacers star Mel Daniels on his long-overdue selection to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
DINING: A Louisville pizza favorite booms across the state border
Third in a month-long series of reviews of Italian-themed restaurants. This week: BoomBozz Pizza and Taphouse.
LOU’S VIEWS: Cycling through the Eiteljorg a delightful experience
The Eiteljorg’s “Steel Ponies” is a rare museum show that feels both surprisingly original and perfectly in line with its mission. Plus thoughts on Dan Barden’s new novel and a must-see Sondheim revival in Cincy.
GREGG: Hoosiers need more learning, led by early childhood education
That’s why any second we aren’t talking about creating jobs and transforming education is a second wasted.
BONEHAM: Spur entrepreneurship by helping startups launch in just one day
Providing pathways and assistance to these startups as they navigate the bureaucracy and regulatory agencies, as well as keeping regulatory barriers low for small business, will aid our small-business climate.
FRIEDMAN: Obama leaves no doubt on his Israel doctrine
No one should want domestic electoral politics mixed up with the Iran decision.
FARGO: Internet resurrects old free-speech questions
Anonymous speech has a long history in the United States.
STYRING: Why health insurance has gotten out of hand
Today’s health insurance isn’t even insurance in any sense of the word.
RIVERA: Indianapolis can become an education mecca
The critical element missing is an unparalleled market of educational opportunities. We can fix this.
TAFT: A golden chance to mainstream urban living
The massive momentum of suburban growth seemed unstoppable until the housing bubble’s spectacular implosion.