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The Monitor's ViewHelping hackers don white hatsThe FBI warns that cyberspace hacking may soon surpass terrorism as a threat. But many hackers easily give up and become useful 'white hat' security experts. Are there better ways to win over more of them?
Opinion'Responsibility to protect': the moral imperative to intervene in SyriaThe moral imperative of the international 'responsibility to protect' doctrine, also known as R2P, compels the world to react and respond to the widespread persecution and killings in Syria.
Global ViewpointVint Cerf of Google on Internet rights 鈥� interviewIn an interview, Vint Cerf of Google says individuals do not have a right to connect to the Internet, nor does a person have the right to eliminate information that's already on the Web. About China: 'There is much more openness and tolerance of criticism' than the West generally believes.- Global ViewpointVint Cerf of Google on Internet rights 鈥� interviewIn an interview, Vint Cerf of Google says individuals do not have a right to connect to the Internet, nor does a person have the right to eliminate information that's already on the Web. About China: 'There is much more openness and tolerance of criticism' than the West generally believes.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCelebrating International Women's DayA 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewFor peace in Afghanistan, women can't be 'secondary'Afghanistan's religious authority declares women as 'secondary' and seeks restrictions on them. Karzai approves, perhaps to win over the Taliban in talks. But the outrage from Afghan women shows they no longer see themselves as willing victims.
OpinionAfter Super Tuesday: How damaged is Mitt Romney to run against Obama?After Super Tuesday: The assumption is that Mitt Romney damages himself and the GOP as he continues to battle Santorum and others to the nomination. That's true, but only in part. The grueling primary process has also strengthened him. Just as it strengthened Obama in 2008.
OpinionTo avoid war with Iran, Obama must change his tone and strike a dealIsrael warns time is running out to stop Iran's nuclear program. If the US wants to avoid military strikes on Iran, it must stop talking out of both sides of its mouth 鈥撀爋ffering carrots and sticks. As new talks are planned, its policy must instead acknowledge Iran's culture and political realities.- The Monitor's ViewRushworth Kidder: Ethicist, journalist, scholarRushworth Kidder, who passed away on March 5, was a former Monitor columnist and a leading advocate of ethical conduct in business, government, education, and personal life.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveStorms in the Midwest and a time for prayerA 海角大神 Science perspective.
8 reasons America is not in decline As many as 70 percent of Americans believe that the United States is in decline. And who can blame them? High unemployment. Crushing debt. Political gridlock. For all the unrelenting gloom, Old Dominion University political science professor Steve Yetiv explains that America remains strong in key areas, unlikely to be superseded by another country anytime soon. He urges readers to consider these 8 facts:
The Monitor's ViewMarijuana legalization: Obama opposition too selectiveWhen Latin America talks of legalizing drugs, Obama officials speak up. What about ballot measures in Colorado and Washington Sate to approve marijuana legalization?
OpinionSuper Tuesday: Churches that embrace Santorum, Gingrich drive youth awayRick Santorum and Newt Gingrich (both Catholic) make regular campaign stops at evangelical churches and are often met with raucous applause. But such displays of partisan faith are partly responsible for the recent mass exodus of young people from 海角大神 churches.
John HughesSticks and stones: the case for civility in American political discourseInstead of dogmatism and hysterical clamor, we need more of the 'Shields and Brooks' kind of civility in our public discourse in America.- John HughesSticks and stones: the case for civility in American political discourseInstead of dogmatism and hysterical clamor, we need more of the 'Shields and Brooks' kind of civility in our public discourse in America.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat are your politics?A 海角大神 Science perspective: An 'ex-political junkie' provides some spiritual insight on issues surrounding Super Tuesday in the United States.
The Monitor's ViewHow to ignore thin fashion modelsA study in Europe links the fashion industry's use of super-thin models to the self-identity problems of many young women. The industry can do more to help girls find their true self-worth.
OpinionPutin election victory doesn't pave an easy path through his third presidential termBeyond mass protests in Moscow against what observers have confirmed as a fraudulent presidential election, several key demographic and economic factors mean that Russians will continue to contest the legitimacy of Putin's presidency during his third term.
OpinionRush Limbaugh 'slut' comment reveals a double standard on sexRush Limbaugh apologized for calling student Sandra Fluke a 'slut' for her views on contraception. His offensive remarks revealed an old double standard on sex: Only a 'coed' 鈥� that is, a female 鈥� can be promiscuous. The rest of us males are just taking what鈥檚 rightfully ours.
3 reasons not to attack Iran As tensions over a defiant Iran and its nuclear program escalate, the debate in Washington over preemptive military strikes heats up, even as Israel warns the US it may attack Tehran's nuclear facilities. Edward Haley, professor of international strategic studies at Claremont McKenna College, gives three reasons not to attack Iran:
