Democrats on Sine Die
Although Statehouse Republicans touted a balanced budget, more money for teacher pay and $2 billion state surplus at the end of the 2019 session, their …
So Long and Sine Die
With five days to spare, Indiana lawmakers passed a budget, expanded gaming, approved a new deal that would keep the Pacers in Indianapolis and fund …
Carmel Mayoral Meet Up
In what was likely their last joint appearance before the May primary, the two Republican candidates for Mayor of Carmel took issue with each other …
Budget Deal Reached
Indiana lawmakers are announcing they have reached a deal on the budget. The spending plan includes more $763 million in education funding, a 2.5 percent …
Gun Safety Group Releases Poll Ahead of Indy NRA Convention
With the NRA coming to Indianapolis this weekend, a national gun safety organization has released some polling regarding Hoosier attitudes on federal gun policy. 56 …
The Statehouse Summary
With what looks like a couple of days to go before lawmakers sine die, here are some headlines from today’s activities at the Indiana General …
Budget Blueprint – Part 2
With Indiana experiencing a slight budget shortfall, is this a minor blip or a warning sign that something bigger is coming? At the April revenue …
Indy Activist Arrested
Brishon Bond, a 45-year old Marion County political and community activist has been arrested on numerous burglary and theft charges. Bond was arrested by Saturday …
More Reflections of An Affirmative Action Baby*
By Abdul Hakim-Shabazz I originally used this title in a 2014 column on affirmative action. It’s based on a book written by Yale Law Professor …
Political Perspectives
The Mueller report, Pete Buttigieg’s presidential candidacy and the remaining days of 2019 legislation were all topics of discussion with political writer Adam Wren and …