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The Monitor's ViewIn praise of a global sacrificeFrom India to Indonesia, more leaders are reducing fuel subsidies, and not only for economic reasons. Doing so also helps reduce inequality, curb carbon pollution, and free up money to directly aid the poor.
Global NewsstandImmigration policy in the United Kingdom, the Houthi movement in Yemen, US and North Korean relations, censoring content in India, and Canada's oil pipelineThis week's round-up of commentaries covers immigration policy in Britain, the Houthi movement in Yemen, restarting relations between the US and North Korea, the Indian government censoring content, and the need for an oil pipeline in Canada.
The Monitor's ViewA Thanksgiving lesson for Obama's immigration movePresident Obama's move to shield many illegal immigrants from deportation came just before Thanksgiving. There is a lesson in that first close encounter between English settlers and native Americans.
The Monitor's ViewPost-crisis, the world reconnects its dotsMeasures of globalization show a rebound of connectedness since the 2008 economic crisis. Tracking what unites people is more critical than identifying what splinters them.
The Monitor's ViewMerkel challenges Putin's worldviewThe crisis over Ukraine has escalated to Russia making power plays in many parts of Europe. The German leader wisely says the issue is one of international law and values, not a clash over spheres of influence.
The Monitor's ViewA beheading that fails to intimidateThe parents of Peter Kassig, who was beheaded by Islamic State militants, ask people to remember his 'work.' That work 鈥� bringing health and aid to those suffering in a conflict zone 鈥� is a humanitarian principle that cannot be killed.
The Monitor's ViewThe air ball in NBA's call for sports gamblingThe NBA commissioner wants Congress to allow sports gambling. The NHL commissioner does not. In this contest, merit-based sports must win, not the belief in luck.
Global NewsstandSearching for missing students in Mexico, Burkina Faso points to democracy, banning non-Muslims from saying Allah, China's investment in Afghanistan, and why shopping malls don't constitute economic developmentThis week's round-up of commentaries covers the聽disappearance聽of 43 students in Mexico, why Burkina Faso points to a new democracy in Africa, banning non-Muslims to say Allah, China's investment in Afghanistan's future, and why shopping malls don't constitute economic development.聽
The Monitor's ViewCatch a comet, catch some inspirationEurope's landing of the Philae probe on a comet from the Rosetta orbiter reflects not only a remarkable feat, it also shows why nations use space exploration to spur Earth-bound inspiration and innovation.
The Monitor's ViewUS-China pacts: a leap for universal valuesIn a surprise, China and the US sign four agreements 鈥� on climate, trade, military, and visas 鈥� that signal a breakthrough in embracing common values. For China, this is a huge change from not accepting the universality of values.
The Monitor's ViewHow to direct Mexican fury over gang killingsThe gang killings of 43 students sparks outrage over local organized crime and President聽Pe帽a Nieto鈥檚 security policies. Yet at least three cities have set models for how to curb gang violence and increase respect for rule of law.
The Monitor's ViewA model in Detroit's post-bankruptcy planMany private and public institutions had to come together in a shared vision for the city to allow it to emerge so quickly and well from America's largest municipal bankruptcy.
Global NewsstandCanada keeps hope after attacks, Turkey needs to talk with neighbors, Zambia must work with diaspora, Japan's push to increase green energy, and the problems in JerusalemThis week's round-up of commentaries covers Canada's hope after a string of violent attacks, why Turkey should work with its neighbors to combat extremism, what Zambia gains from working with its diasporas, Japan's push to increase renewable energy production, and why Jerusalem is a center for conflict.
The Monitor's ViewThe best weapon in Obama's war on Islamic StateWaging war on Islamic State ('ISIS') must include reaching those Muslims under its thumb with a message that Islam grants equality among individuals under God, not under a religious leader who uses violence to rule daily life.
The Monitor's ViewObama, GOP can now partner on one project: trade pactsAfter this midterm election, a new Republican-led Congress can start to build trust with President Obama by striking a deal on proposed trade pacts with Asia and Europe. The US needs such bipartisanship to spur growth and shape global values.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica's test of unity over Ebola crisisIn a mark of progress and unity, the African Union finally sent its first-ever humanitarian mission to help curb Ebola. Then it reacted swiftly to a military takeover in Burkina Faso. The continent must create more cohesion in order to assist itself.
The Monitor's ViewShake, rattle, and voter rolls: The new politics in Europe, USThe recent recession may still be changing politics in Europe and the US, not only on specific issues but on qualities of governance, such as accountability, transparency, and wider participation.
The Monitor's ViewWhen central banks try to create optimismIn Japan, Europe and the US, central banks have tried to alter consumer pessimism 鈥� that might lead to deflation 鈥� by flooding financial markets with money. Can a behavior of hope be 'nudged' in this way?
Global NewsstandIndonesia's new president, giving women real choices in reproduction, the struggles of youth in Latin America, China's economic slowdown, and India's battle against tobaccoThis week's round-up of commentaries covers Indonesian President聽Joko Widodo, Apple and Facebook paying for female employees to freeze their eggs, why an education doesn't give youth a successful future in Latin America, China's economic slowdown, and India's battle against tobacco companies.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine can cleanse its past, heal its futureA new 'lustration' law may be too harsh and sweeping in fingering workers in past regimes for alleged wrongdoing. Curbing corruption and potential tyranny may require some leniency toward past officials who repent.
