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Aaron Miller: Professors’ varied experiences are instructive

The media and political figures who want to attack or discredit higher education in this country usually claim that college faculty are out of touch with the “real world” or that we live in an “ivory...

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Tracy Souza: Celebrating the success of the African American Foundation

February is full of celebrations, including Black History Month. We have read about why all Americans can and should recognize Black history, not just because it is a story worth celebrating in its own...

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Ask Amy: Boyfriend spends weekend nights at Mom’s

Dear Amy: I have been with my 43-year-old boyfriend for two years. Continue reading at The Republic News.

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Michael Leppert: Trumpism must continue to push the next angriest idea

The “Jesus, He Gets Us” folks made a splash during the Super Bowl on Sunday with their commercial about how “Jesus didn’t teach hate, he washed feet.” I don’t get what their intended return is for that...

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Brian Howey: Lt. Gov. Crouch levels rare criticism at her boss

When a politician makes the decision to accept a vice presidential or lieutenant governor invitation, it generally means taking on a subservient posture. All the time. Continue reading at The Republic...

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Dr. Richard Feldman: Insurance prior authorization system demands reform

I have been practicing long enough to remember the time when prior authorization (PA) by insurance companies for medications, procedures, testing, and other medical services occurred very infrequently....

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County park upgrades improve local quality of life

Several county parks in our area are getting some significant upgrades. That’s good news for people who use the rural retreats for recreation, but it’s also money well invested in making our area a...

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Ask Amy: Newly married wife receives a windfall

Dear Amy: My wife “Mel” and I are newlyweds. Continue reading at The Republic News.

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Niki Kelly: Hoosiers want property tax relief, the hardest for lawmakers to give

Indiana legislators have been toying with a significant state tax overhaul for more than a year, even assigning a task force to review the options and present ideas for the 2025 session. Continue...

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Ask Amy: Empty-nester wants to clear out the nest

Dear Amy: My husband and I have two daughters, ages 24 and 26. Continue reading at The Republic News.

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John Krull: Biden’s special counsel was right

President Joe Biden grew testy the other day. Continue reading at The Republic News.

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Lee Hamilton: Here’s why you shouldn’t tune out politics

Last month, the Pew Research Center released the results of an intriguing set of focus groups they carried out last year. Ordinarily, of course, survey research organizations test the sentiments of...

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Editorial: Lauer child safety bills respond to urgent need

Too many children in Indiana are victims of abuse and neglect at home, requiring state intervention. Continue reading at The Republic News.

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Ask Amy: Long-ago love wants to visit ill friend

Dear Amy: Twenty years ago, “Sadie” and I divorced after 12 years of marriage and two children. Continue reading at The Republic News.

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Lauren Murfree: Youth employment legislation deserves scrutiny

Sciatic nerve damage. That is what I was told at 16 was causing pain like a bolt of searing hot lightning down my back and my legs, keeping me up all night. Sixteen-year-olds are not supposed to have...

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Mark Franke: The sovereignty of conscience

When should one’s conscience have the final say in a dilemma? Or must it answer to a higher authority? And if such a higher authority exists, what is it? Continue reading at The Republic News.

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Editorial: First Christian tower renovation is a cause for community celebration

Columbus marked a milestone of sorts recently when First Christian Church announced the completion of a $3.2 million tower repair project that was years in the planning and execution. Continue reading...

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