All Editorials
The Monitor's ViewThe vital voice of Congress in launching warPresidents from both political parties have long skirted congressional approval for acts of war. Beyond partisanship, current votes on war powers resolutions signal constitutional democracy in action.
The Monitor's ViewA welcome spotlight on China鈥檚 海角大神sThe possibility that a prominent pastor might be released from detention 鈥� which was indicated at last week鈥檚 U.S.-China summit 鈥� has put a new focus on why 海角大神ity endures in China.
The Monitor's ViewThe global prompt for a reliable AI futureThe world鈥檚 two major powers, as well as private and public sector players internationally, seek cooperative approaches to harness AI鈥檚 benefits 鈥� and minimize potential misuse.
The Monitor's ViewMercy for good apples when they expose bad applesUnder better federal rules, firms that quickly report white-collar crime are spared prosecution, benefiting workers, shareholders, and financial markets. Honesty brings its own reward.
The Monitor's ViewMore civility on campus 鈥� and perhaps beyondAcross the U.S., colleges and universities are recentering a core purpose of higher education: equipping young people with the civic skills of open inquiry, free speech, and mutual respect, all essential to a thriving democracy.聽
The Monitor's ViewTaiwan鈥檚 lesson for US-China summitIn seeking America鈥檚 help to absorb the island nation, China's leader admits that the Taiwanese are not easily influenced, perhaps because they know the source of sovereignty.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica refashions relations with the WestA summit jointly hosted by Kenya and France promotes partnerships built on shared interests and respect as a way to bolster both economic growth and international norms.聽
The Monitor's ViewPower sharing as trust building in HungaryA new prime minister sets a template for ending the concentration of power left by his authoritarian, populist predecessor
The Monitor's ViewGuatemala's step toward good governanceThe president鈥檚 choice of an attorney general bolsters efforts to move away from retributive use of the justice system toward impartial rule of law.聽
The Monitor's ViewNorth Korea as peacemaker?Changes to its constitution indicate that it recognizes South Korea as a separate country, and might also like to be treated as a normal state.
The Monitor's ViewA push for patient investing over easy moneyProposed rules for U.S. corporations would reduce quarterly reporting burdens in hopes of encouraging long-term, sustainable investments by Americans.聽
The Monitor's ViewRedistricting without partisanshipAfter the high court put limits on racial gerrymandering, statehouses try to draw new district maps. But first, humble listening can help.
The Monitor's ViewMexico seeks to clean house 鈥� its wayThe U.S. wants Mexico to do more on cartel crime and corruption. Balancing domestic pressures, Mexico鈥檚 president wants 聽Washington to respect her country鈥檚 autonomy 鈥� and what she鈥檚 already done. Greater trust in one another could help.
The Monitor's ViewLatin America鈥檚 grip on democracyA global survey of democratic trends reveals聽鈥媡hat聽the region is the only one that showed progress last year. Might its high use of social media help explain stronger civic engagement?
The Monitor's ViewForest bump: Fewer trees being felledEncouraging data on deforestation rates points to a shift toward less alarmism, more collaboration, and community listening.
The Monitor's ViewRighting a free oil marketThe exit of a top oil producing nation from OPEC鈥檚 price-controlling cartel helps illustrate the power of freedom and creativity against age-old mercantilism.
The Monitor's ViewToward correction that respects and redeemsIn addition to education or job skills programs, some U.S. prison systems are demonstrating that upholding individuals鈥� dignity and capacity to reform can promote wider and more lasting benefits.
The Monitor's ViewA vote of liberty amid Gaza鈥檚 ashesA city election after two years of devastating war reveals a Palestinian desire for independence 鈥� from the main political parties.
The Monitor's ViewScandinavia's U-turn on book readingThe former pioneers of screen-mediated learning in schools shift back to books to better cultivate purpose and judgment in young people.
The Monitor's ViewA judicious way to free IranA plan by exiled Iranians to form a truth-finding commission and offer other types of 鈥渢ransitional justice鈥� provides a moral alternative that might encourage regime supporters in new directions.
