Editorial: In defending itself against Hamas, Israel must protect civilians
The New York Times
Franke: They’ve Gone Too Far
This time they have gone too far, so far that even their usual choir of apologists have distanced themselves.
Editorial: Cybersecurity dangers always present
The (Anderson) Herald Bulletin
Editorial: Tax reform panel must ensure funding to address Hoosiers’ future needs
The (Fort Wayne) Journal Gazette
Michael Hicks: An exogenous economic shock from Hamas
A good rule of thumb for economists is to caveat any projection with the statement that an ‘exogenous shock’ could upend any rosy forecast. A war in the Middle East is an exogenous shock, and we should steel ourselves to the possibility of international affairs pushing the U.S. into recession. In this column, I’ll explain how this could happen, why I don’t think it will, and where I’m most likely to be mistaken.
Marcus: A closer look at Hoosier poverty
Monroe, Delaware, Tippecanoe and Vigo! What do these four Indiana counties have in common? YES, you’re right! They all have big state college enrollments.
Dunn: National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month with the 20th set aside as “Wear Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Day.”
We must address rising school absenteeism
(Columbus) The Republic
Franke: Our ‘Leaders’ — Chosen but not Liked
“The government you elect is the government you deserve.” Thomas Jefferson
Marcus: GDP, Jobs and Squirrels
The walnut trees are bombarding my roof and bringing joy to the squirrels. I admit to an affinity with the squirrels. They get hold of a nice round green ball, chew off the covering and have a delicious nut for a meal.