Kudos for ‘off-the-wall’ Maurer column
I really enjoyed your column “Off-the-wall advice for unemployed.”
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Maurer column hit the mark
[Mickey Maurer’s Sept. 21] column was right on! Totally to the point and about time someone stated the obvious. When will this country begin once again to make people pay for their crime(s)?
Government does deserve some credit
Kudos to Bruce Hetrick’s comments in the [Sept. 28] edition. It shows rational thinking instead of fear mongering.
Rights don’t come from government
Bruce Hetrick is wrong in asserting that “We pray and protest under the protection of government” and that
“We … freely publish columns … because of government.” His assertions reveal the progressive mind-set
and belief that we receive our rights from government, and thus man
Hotel water plan is wasteful
I would like to take exception to the topic and the quote in [Scott] Olson’s article in the Sept. 21 IBJ regarding
the de-watering system planned for the new Marriott Hotel.
HUDNUT: In appreciation of Mel Simon
I happened to be in Indianapolis the week before Mel Simon passed away on Sept. 16, and talked with his secretary about visiting him briefly, because I knew he was very ill. But he was too ill to see me.
MARCUS: Madison on the river, future on the line
One recurring pleasure for me is learning how different communities in our state are making progress in economic development. This past week I learned how Madison (Jefferson County) is battling to sustain its heritage while improving opportunities
for its citizens.
Polanski, the law, and the public
A 30-year-old crime sparks headlines again with the arrest of the famed film director.
LOU’S VIEWS: Searching for the best in Eiteljorg’s West ‘Quest’
This year’s edition of the annual show and sale offers variations on familiar themes.
DINING: In Whitestown, a culinary wonder
Fourth in IBJ’s month-long series of reviews of reborn cafes. This week: L.A. Cafe.
HETRICK: No, Mabel, government is not a four-letter word
It’s easy to express populist outrage against Washington. But is the rage misplaced?
ALTOM: Take the time to set up smartphone security
It’s remarkable how many people don’t bother setting security features on their expensive smartphones. Because
they keep the phone somewhere close to them most of the time, they believe it’s secure, but that’s not true.
Health care reform: Prepare for change
With the uncertainty surrounding health care reform, only
one thing seems definite: Some level of change is coming. In that light, employers have two options: Fret over the impact
these changes might have on their businesses, or act now, meeting the needs of today while forging a plan for addressing a
changed landscape.
Nucor story was fair and balanced
We understand that it’s never easy to report on a dispute between two local companies and we appreciate the balanced
way in which you reported the [Sept. 14] Nucor story.
Survey showed need for mass transit
Last summer, we said central Indiana was experiencing the perfect storm for mass transit. But this summer, the story was different.
Novel partnership promotes peace
Through partnership with Indy Parks, Peace Learning Center is making a difference in the lives
of central Indiana youth and families while enhancing Indy Parks’ mission.
Hartman story hit close to home
I worked with Mike Hartman at Lauth briefly. Your [Sept. 14] story about him is heart-wrenching and hits very close to
home.
MARCUS: Let’s help keep legislators in check
All last week, I felt good that Todd Rokita, Indiana’s secretary of state, is pushing
for less partisan redistricting of political offices after the 2010 census.
FAENZI: Can Kindle and books co-exist?
While on a long flight recently, I noticed that the woman sitting next to me was using a “Kindle,” the e-book
device that allows one to download books and click through pages. I mourn the fading away of the tangible,
the sensual—books, newspapers, letters.
KATTERJOHN: Buy some underwear, men
It turns out the purchase of men’s underwear is an esoteric economic indicator for economists all over the world.
Alan Greenspan himself apparently considers it important. That was news to me.