Evolution: Science, Religion, Economics
Indiana Writers Group column for Dec. 14 and thereafter 684 words by Eric Schansberg, Ph.D. With the recent election results in Kansas and Delaware, the debate in Indiana continues to intensify over teaching Evolution and "Intelligent Design" in the public schools. There is much at stake — from scientific integrity to philosophical baggage. And the Read the full article…
Lend us Your Ear on Property Taxes
Andrea Neal column for Nov. 9 and thereafter730 words INDIANAPOLIS — Gov.-Elect Mitch Daniels is taking a victory lap around the state to thank voters for their support. Before he puts RV1 to pasture, I hope he’ll come to my neighborhood on Indy’s north side. We were among those hard hit by property tax reassessment Read the full article…
Hostettler at Eye of Gay-Marriage Storm
Andrea Neal column for July 20 and thereafter670 words (Note to editors: This is an updated version of this week’s column for newspapers that publish it later in the week). An Indiana congressman has emerged as the leader of the latest effort to block gay marriage. Instead of changing the Constitution with an amendment, he’s Read the full article…
God’s Starring Role on Thanksgiving
Andrea Neal column for Nov. 26710 words Look for a lawsuit any day now challenging the President¹s authority to declare a national day of thanksgiving and prayer. If people take offense at the words "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance, they surely won¹t stand for a holiday whose purpose is to thank the Almighty Read the full article…
Change-Wary Hoosiers Break the Mold
Andrea Neal column for release Nov. 4 and thereafter690 words INDIANAPOLIS –- If one message stands out as defining Mitch Daniels and his quest to be governor, it was this: "Every garden needs weeding at least every 16 years." On Tuesday, Indiana voters weeded the garden, making Daniels the first Republican governor since Robert D. Read the full article…
It’s Your Patriotic Duty: Work the Polls
Andrea Neal column for May 11 and thereafter745 words INDIANAPOLIS — Help wanted. Applicants must be willing to work long hours for low pay for just two days a year. The successful candidates will be good communicators, patient with the public and willing to buy donuts on their way to the job site. Indiana needs Read the full article…
