State School Candidates: Cautious, Optimistic
For release Aug. 11 and thereafter by Andrea Neal After 16 years under Suellen Reed, Hoosiers will get a new school superintendent next year. While neither the Republican nor Democratic candidate appears ready to suggest radical change, both say Indiana schools should be better. Republican Tony Bennett, superintendent of Greater Clark County Schools, considers Indiana Read the full article…
The Presidential Race: Another Lost Opportunity for Education Reform?
For release Sept. 3 and thereafter (572 words) by Dr. Jeff Abbott Many Americans believe the nation’s public education system is broken and needs repair. John McCain joins the chorus of critics by announcing “the deplorable status of preparation for our children . . .” and believes that public schools are “safe havens for the Read the full article…
Taxpayers’ Lament: Where’s Our Money?
For release Aug. 27 and thereafter (725 words) by Andrea Neal For a recent example of government officials playing fast and loose with taxpayer money, consider the case of the Pan Am Plaza in Downtown Indianapolis for which taxpayers should have received $6 million. The operative word is “should.” Last year, Indy’s powers-that-be decided that Read the full article…
It’s The Accountability, Stupid
For release Aug. 6 and thereafter (495 words) by Craig Ladwig The Associated Press headline screamed the news: “Everything Seemingly Is Spinning Out of Control.” The article suggested that someone, anyone, get control. But our legislators are pumping out laws so fast they are hard pressed to even read them. The solution, rather than more Read the full article…
The Crime of Corporate Social Responsibility
For release July 30 and thereafter (556 words)by Dr. Philp R. P. Coelho (near left) and Dr. James E. McClure Taking things without permission is theft; what is done with the proceeds matters not. Why, then, are corporate managers who give away a firms’ resources for “socially beneficial” causes not arrested? Any discussion must begin Read the full article…
Long-Term Property Tax Solution Is Not Yet in Sight
For release July 23 and thereafter (745 words) by ANDREA NEAL How do folks cope when their property tax bills rise by $100, $300 or $500 a month? Ed DeLaney, a Democratic candidate for state representative, wants to know. So he‘s distributed postcards to residents in District 86 and asked them for property tax data Read the full article…
