Jay F. Hein Commentaries
Sagamore Institute President Jay Hein serves as a monthly columnist for both the The Indianapolis Star and Indianapolis Business Journal. Read his most recent commentaries below:
The Economy's Unsung Hero, The Indianapolis Star, January 5, 2012
The insurance industry exists to protect us from harm and to instill integrity in the free market system thereby vitally protecting capitalism’s most important ingredient: trust. Continue reading . . .
History Lessons, The Indianapolis Star, December 1, 2011
While math and science hold their rightful place in our left brains, the arts, humanities and history are essential tools of citizenship as well. Continue reading . . .
The Batesville Bargain, The Indianapolis Star, October 6, 2011
When my son got a tick in the north woods of Wisconsin this summer, we immediately gave him instructions about how to freeze it and then considered all the extraction techniques. He then sent us a text message reporting that he got it with his grandpa’s pliers. Continue reading . . .
We Need a Break from Work, The Indianapolis Star, August 25, 2011
As Air Force One touched down on Martha's Vineyard last week, Barack Obama and his family continued the annual ritual of presidential vacations during the month of August. At the same time, fewer of his fellow Americans are joining him in the pursuit of rest. Continue reading . . .
Africa is the Next Horizon for Global Trade, IBJ, June 11, 2011
Did you know that 20,000 Africans live in the greater
Thinking Economically, The Indianapolis Star, June 9, 2011
“Greed is good.” These words by Gordon Gekko in the movie Wall Street perfectly symbolized the hyper-materialistic 1980s. Continue reading . . .
Remembering a True Sagamore, The Indianapolis Star, May 5, 2011
Citizens of Indianapolis lost a very good friend this week. Indeed, Richard Cornuelle’s death at the age of 84 closes one of the city’s richest stories. Continue reading . . .
Nonprofits as business engines, IBJ, April 9, 2011
Have you ever wondered why we refer to nonprofits by what they are not? Sure, they don’t produce profit for shareholders but they produce great profit for society. Plus, they contribute mightily to our nation’s bottom line. Continue reading . . .
"Building our social networks," The Indianapolis Star, April 6, 2011
David Brooks is one of the sharpest minds and wittiest social commentators in America. So why does this Ivy League-educated New York Times columnist argue in his latest book that band and play time are just as important for America's schoolchildren as math class? Continue reading . . .
“Sports more than a game in Green Bay, Indy” IBJ, March 12, 2011
The Green Bay Packers victory in Super Bowl XLV reminded us that sometimes sports can be more than a game. Continue reading . . .
"Dreaming of American thrift," The Indianapolis Star, Mar. 2, 2011
Question: In 10 years, what will today's college student regret more than their tattoos? Answer: debt. Continue reading . . .
"Indiana, Illinois going their separate ways," IBJ, Feb. 12, 2011
On January 10, 2011, Pat Quinn was inaugurated as Illinois governor merely two years after first taking office when his predecessor, Rod Blagojevich, resigned amid criminal prosecution. Two days into his new term and facing a $15 billion state budget shortfall—an amount nearly half of the state’s operating fund . . . Continue reading . . .
“Reagan’s Midwestern traits starred on world stage,” The Indianapolis Star, Feb. 3, 2011
Ronald Reagan would have celebrated his 100th birthday on this year's Super Bowl Sunday. Ever fond of nostalgia, he'd delight in the old-school contest between two of the NFL's most storied franchises. Continue reading . . .
"Hoosier mayors drive U.S., China ties," IBJ, Jan. 8, 2011
Wayne Seybold is well known as an Olympic ice skater. He is also earning a reputation as an innovative two-term mayor of his hometown of Marion, Indiana. Continue reading . . .
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