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Mayor Joe Hogsett: Indianapolis supports speedy approval of bipartisan Innovation Act
This bill must be a fully funded effort. In other words, it must return semiconductor and advanced manufacturing to American shores while also building up Innovation Hubs that look ahead to the next generation of technology.
Mickey Kim: To make money in stocks, don’t get scared out of them
We are currently in a bear market (usually defined as declines greater than 20%). This is not something to be feared—just understood.
Cecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: Social Security changes needed before funds run out
Unless something is changed, it is also projected the trust fund will be depleted in 2035, when the system’s revenue will cover only about 80% of its promised benefits.
Why technology is a critical leadership ‘lever’
Today, every business leader needs to have the same level of acumen and usability with “technology” levers as with “people” and “process” levers.
Mike Lopresti: While Indiana will never host an All-Star game, it’s got plenty of connections to the tradition
he All-Star Game has never been played in Indiana and never will be, but that doesn’t mean it is without some memorable Hoosier cleat marks.
Editorial: Tax refund plan is not only option for spending reserves
It’s certainly easy to see Holcomb’s motivation in proposing to send some of that money back to taxpayers. Higher prices at the pump, in the grocery store and, well, everywhere are squeezing Hoosier families.
Lesley Weidenbener: New additions to the newsroom
Bonnie will truly be missed at IBJ, not just for her work but for her wit and wisdom as well.
Steve Obert: Immigration reform key to addressing farm labor shortage
Parents across the country are scrambling to find baby formula. They’re also seeing higher prices at the store for milk, cheese and ice cream. Congress can help address food shortages and inflation over the long term by passing common-sense immigration reforms. If dairy farmers could hire guest workers, we would have the skilled workers we […]
Raquel Richardson: Consider skills, not just degrees, in hiring workers
If your company is in hiring mode, you’re likely aware of the buzz about skills-based hiring. As a TechPoint board member and an executive with a company in hiring mode, I’m supportive of the approach. The numbers are clear: We eliminate 75% of the Hoosiers who are qualified and experienced to do many open tech […]
Letters: $20M subsidy in Carmel part of larger problem
Daniel Bradley’s thorough recap of Carmel’s redevelopment overreach [Residents of longtime Carmel neighborhood oppose $133M project, June 3] demonstrates once more how arrogant the city administration has become.
Mike Lopresti: Big 10 decision: It’s all about the money
The Big Ten, UCLA and USC are taking the money and running. No, that’s not quite right. Given the distances involved, they’re taking the money and flying.
Angie Stocklin: So you have an idea for a business. What’s next?
I would encourage every entrepreneur to get productive, objective and broad feedback on their idea before spending money.
Pete the Planner: Spending must at least match retirement income
I would not even consider retiring until your spending matches your projected retirement income for at least six months.
Cecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: The Constitution will endure as it has before
The framers increased the power of the national government compared to the Articles of Confederation so it could perform the functions of a national government.
Cecil Bohanon & Nick Curott: Even do-it-yourselfers require some assistance
The home gardener/canner is pretty much just as reliant on his fellow humans and market exchanges as those who get their produce at Walmart.
Tiffany Sauder: 3 tips to love summer as a working parent
I don’t want to miss the moments of summer. I want to be fun. Present. Available.
Pete the Planner: Slowing spending is the only way to fight inflation
I’ve found myself making more decisions like this in the last six to eight weeks, and I’m hoping you’re starting to make these types of decisions too.
Editorial: Ozdemir’s vision for Eleven Park deserves ongoing support
These developments are exactly the kind of thing city leaders say is needed to prevent the Indianapolis from losing population and slowing economic growth.
Mickey Maurer: Fear, hunger, shock and yet gratitude
During our 10 days helping Ukranians in Poland, we did not see a single able-bodied male refugee. They stayed behind to defend their country.