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No representation from him, yet they keep voting for him
Just whom is Dan Burton representing? Apparently not his constituents in Indiana, who for some unfathomable reason continue to elect him year after year. Ruth Strickland Indianapolis
Putting liberty at risk, they can fight for their jobs
People’s burning passion for freedom was vigorously displayed at U.S. Rep. Dan Burton’s recent town hall meeting in Carmel. With loud applause, the crowd agreed with members of the audience who spoke out in defense of American liberty and...
Carpenter's columns are always good for a laugh
Please promise you will never get rid of Dan Carpenter’s editorial column. I used to love Peanuts, Beetle Bailey, Blondie, and all the other classic comic strips. But now nothing makes me laugh as loud as his columns do. Chris Hirschfeld...
New Wishard is fine, but taxpayers still foot the bill
In response to The Star’s Oct. 18 editorial in support of the proposed Wishard Hospital building project, let me begin by saying I support the proposal and intend to vote “yes” in the upcoming referendum. However, I am tired of...
Freedom loses in court of U.S. public opinion
I attended the City-County Council meeting regarding the smoking ban being expanded to include all businesses with no exceptions. I listened to all the arguments, which revolved around health and economic issues. Regardless of which side you are on,...
Outdoor columns sparkled, and so did his generosity
With Bayou Bill Scifres’ passing, an era ends in Indiana. No one will be able to write about Indiana outdoors like he did. I was always eager to read his columns even though I’m not a sportsman. He was a very generous person also. Once...
Lives depend on passing indoor air-quality limits
As Americans we are very fortunate to expect safe, clean water and food to eat and drink. We expect to be protected from dangerous hazards at work. Yet, in Indianapolis, we still allow some of our workers to be exposed to secondhand smoke, even...
A head for business, a heart for humanity
Wishard Hospital is one of the great assets of our community. No community public-supported hospital in the United States has done a more effective job in serving its central city population than Wishard. Its partnership with the Indiana University...
Did those words come from Limbaugh's mouth?
I would like to know specifically which of Rush Limbaugh’s words were “inappropriate, incendiary and insensitive,” according to Jim Irsay. I bet he’s referring to most of Limbaugh’s comments that are taken completely out...
Foundation operates legally, aims to help students
I support many charitable causes, one of which is the Frontier Foundation. The Foundation is a 501©(3) charitable organization with a goal of raising a $1 million endowment to provide monetary support to help students who are left out of the...
Irsay makes right call; Limbaugh can play victim
Jim Irsay did the right thing last week. He was the first NFL owner to come forward and say that he wouldn’t vote in favor of Rush Limbaugh joining the ranks of the NFL owners club. Limbaugh’s history of making racially divisive and...
Colts lose fans over owner's stance on Limbaugh
I was greatly disappointed to see the Colts’ owner insert himself in the controversy over Rush Limbaugh’s ownership bid for an NFL team. It is apparent that it was baseless and slanderous. The Colts lost fans because of their involvement...
Don't slam door shut on home for children
Recently, neighborhood activists spoke out loudly against moving the city’s traffic court and probation facilities into an empty Target store on the Westside. It is difficult to find a place for these operations because people are concerned...
Direct student loans would lack quality service
I have been fortunate to have worked at Sallie Mae for more than eight years. My position involves writing the content for Web-based products that students use for mandatory entrance and exit counseling as a part of receiving Stafford and Graduate...
Science will vindicate Darwin, given time
Sheri Grahn’s Oct. 12 letter on Darwin’s hypothesis shows the lack of understanding of evolution and lack of knowledge of recent science. Natural micro/macro-evolution doesn’t require the loss/gain of genetic material but is a...
More paths, nature, fewer structures
We would like to see walkways and bike paths maintained in good condition, minimal mowing and plenty of natural greenery along all pathways. Wild natural growth areas are needed, and especially nice are areas such as the Fall Creek Greenway, where...
Peace Learning Center found a home at Eagle Creek
Through partnership with Indy Parks, Peace Learning Center is making a difference in the lives of Central Indiana youth and families while complementing and enhancing Indy Parks’ mission. Located in our country’s fourth-largest city park,...
Working to keep skate park as part of the system
I am 11 and am an avid skater. I saw Eric Bose’s recent letter to the editor about how the skate park is the biggest attraction at Major Taylor Park. Marian University is trying to buy it and take the skate park away. I have been planning...
Pops orchestra at Garfield is a cultural treasure
Over the past several years, many thousands have enjoyed a variety of free concerts performed by the Athenaeum Pops Orchestra and other organizations at the MacAllister Center in Garfield Park. Many of these patrons represent the underserved who...
Make Garfield self-sustaining
One of the treats my grandparents shared with me when I was very young was a trip to the Sunken Gardens in Garfield Park at dusk to watch the water in the fountains dance in coordination to changing colored lights. It was a spectacle I treasure....
Secret giveaway of greenway
Remember the public outcry when, without public notice, 40 or more mature trees were destroyed on the west bank of the Monon Trail just south of the 86th Street trailhead? We later learned that the surprise trailside devastation was only a signal of...
Ask volunteers to maintain park
I understand how tight budgets are these days, and I would like to see Eagle Creek Park reach out to the community for some help. In Florida (West Palm Beach), the first Saturday of every month is a “clean up the shores of the beaches”...
More cops to keep park-goers safe
As a young woman I’d like to see some of the parks better patrolled by police. I go to Garfield Park at least once a week, year-round. It’s a great size, the gardens are beautiful, I love the trees, and they do a nice job keeping the...
Find enough money for ball diamonds
It is a sad commentary on our city’s financial priorities when we raise millions for a practice Super Bowl facility but cannot find the money to save playgrounds for the youth of our city. I have been coaching youth baseball for many years at a...
A paved trail would help walkers at Riverside Park
Indy Parks has a wonderful tennis program associated with National Junior Tennis League. My son has enjoyed this program for two summers at Riverside Park. While I am waiting for him two hours a week, I like to speed-walk; but at 8 a.m., the grass is...
Increase number so more can enjoy nature's benefits
Parks should be a priority, because we have very little green space compared to many cities. The large and beautiful parks such as Eagle Creek and Fort Harrison State Park involve long drives for many people; and unless one lives near the Monon or...
No room in our schools for verbal violence
I commend Star columnist Matthew Tully for his work on “The Manual Project.” He has spent many hours in the school observing and talking to teachers, support staff, students and others. What he writes is not always easy to accept or to...
NFL's character issue: What higher standard?
Jim Irsay and others in the NFL are all of a sudden worried about a “negative image.” First, it’s laughable when Irsay, no angel and no stranger to controversy himself, states that he will not consider voting for Rush Limbaugh in...
Irsay, others have different rules for host
I’m calling Jim Irsay a hypocrite. Where is his disgust at rappers and other notorious celebrities owning NFL franchises? Why does he care who a minor owner of the Rams is? Does anyone think the players will walk away from their...
Promoting a leftist agency, snubbing Lugar and Nunn
As a proud charter member of the “vast right-wing conspiracy,” I should find it amusing that, less than two weeks into his term, President Barack Obama should have been nominated for, let alone won, the Nobel Peace Prize. In reality,...
