Stories tagged with "freedom"

Take the day to honor, remember those who serve by indystar

As a proud Desert Shield/Desert Storm veteran who is preparing for Veterans Day, I find it tragic that so many of my fellow Americans view Nov. 11 as just another day off work. I... – Nov 06, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

A clarification about Lincoln's act of freedom by indystar

In the State Roundup section in the Nov. 1 Star, the Emancipation Proclamation was described as the document that “promised freedom to all slaves.” In fact, the... – Nov 05, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Commentary

Center to display copy of Lincoln document by indystar

South Bend — People can view a signed copy of President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation at the Center for History in South Bend through Dec. 21. Lincoln... – Nov 01, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Communities

Freedom to own guns not restricted to army by indystar

The statement in the letter (“Restrict gun sales for a more peaceful union”) that the Constitution emphatically points out that its purpose in allowing gun ownership... – Oct 30, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Report: Grilled cheese not a fave at Avon school by Gretchen Becker

An Avon elementary school student is one of 16 semi-finalists in a “Today” show Kid Reporter contest. Pine Tree Elementary student Jenna Ruiz was one of four finalists... – Oct 26, 2009 at 10:55 AM in Hendricks County

Freedom loses in court of U.S. public opinion by indystar

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... – Oct 21, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Health reform should slant toward more freedom by indystar

According to recent news, the health-care reform options being discussed will “allow the government to dictate the types of coverage that must be included in insurance... – Oct 09, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Flags over Fishers: Thanks for commemorating the day by indystar

I want to thank the folks who have gathered each year on Sept. 11 at the bridge on 96th Street over I-69 in Fishers. They have never failed to remind us of those who perished and... – Sep 15, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Is the Employee Free Choice Act a much-needed labor reform, or a job killer? by indystar

Mike Weaver, president of Weaver Popcorn Co., says the Employee Free Choice Act, now pending in Congress, would take away the right of employees to a secret ballot election to... – Sep 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Voices

Lloyd gets finale ride by indystar

Alex Lloyd , the 2007 Firestone Indy Lights champion who has made two IndyCar Series starts, will compete in the No. 06 Newman/Haas/Lanigan Racing car in the season-ending... – Sep 03, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Fishers car show helps community by Carrie Ritchie

Fishers has deemed Saturday’s car show a success. Though the town doesn’t have final numbers yet, Fishers spokeswoman Sarah Rittman said the event raised more than... – Aug 31, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Fishers

Congress has no authority to take over health care by indystar

Conspicuous by its absence from the debate on health-care reform is the U.S. Constitution. For years, our presidents and Congresses have acted like it doesn’t apply to... – Aug 28, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

A child's view of early Indiana by Amy Bartner

Author’s 1st novel offers look at pioneers’ challenges It was a lifetime in the making for author Elizabeth O’Maley. But her first historical novel, “By... – Aug 25, 2009 at 5:53 PM in Living

Pastor Rick Warren addresses Muslims by indystar

WASHINGTON (AP) — Evangelical megachurch pastor Rick Warren says the country’s largest Islamic organization showed courage when it invited him to speak at its annual... – Jul 04, 2009 at 11:06 PM in News

Area fireworks displays rescheduled by indystar

The rain caused the rescheduling of Saturx day’s fireworks display to Sunday in Downtown Indianapolis and in several other area communities, including Brownsburg, Mooresville,... – Jul 04, 2009 at 8:46 PM in News

High court decision flies in face of established law by indystar

Sincere thanks to Indiana Treasurer Richard Mourdock for having the courage to stand up to the Obama administration’s orchestration of the Chrysler bankruptcy. The Fiat deal... – Jun 14, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Daniels charts course for conservatives by indystar

WASHINGTON — Conservatism will become credible again if it’s forward-looking, constructive and friendly and connects with the lives of everyday people, Indiana Gov.... – Jun 03, 2009 at 3:49 PM in Politics & Government

Retiring Woodbrook principal DeWayne Akin 'never had any desire to leave' by Mark Ambrogi

DeWayne Akin ran friendly school, let teachers be creative When DeWayne Akin became principal of Woodbrook Elementary in 1981, he felt he’d found the perfect fit.... – May 30, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Carmel

Cunningham wins Indy Light pole by Mark Dent

Wade Cunningham won the pole position today for the Firestone Freedom 100.His Sam Schmidt Motorsports No. 11 car sped to a Firestone Indy Lights track-record speed of 190.177 mph,... – May 21, 2009 at 5:48 PM in Indy Racing League

Cool weather chills Speedway rowdiness by Kevin Oneal

Assisted by cool weather, Speedway police had a quiet weekend. The police department that keeps track of the area around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway recorded only 17 arrests... – May 18, 2009 at 11:38 AM in News