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OpinionDefenders of the 'Chinese way' are off the markHillary Rodham Clinton's insistence on a democratic approach to controversies involving China has brought out similarly insistent statements from defenders of the 'Chinese way.' They point to flaws of democracy while touting China's special Confucian values. This is dangerous thinking.
OpinionChina territorial disputes: a warning in the history of Imperial JapanThe emerging Japan of the 1920s and 鈥�30s, like today鈥檚 China, was steeped in historic resentment of the West鈥檚 forcible imposition of commercial and cultural influence. Both countries set about building military capabilities commensurate with their new economic prowess.
The Monitor's ViewWhy trust eludes GOP, Democrats at political conventionsRepeated disregard of the facts 鈥� and fact-checkers 鈥� forces voters to arm themselves by searching out the truth about candidates.
OpinionAn Israeli strike won鈥檛 delay Iran鈥檚 nuclear weapons program. It will start it.In spite of the hype, there is no definitive evidence Iran is working to develop a nuclear weapon. A new study suggests that the one thing that could launch an Iranian drive to weaponize, however, would be an Israeli strike.
The Monitor's ViewA food price spike that needn't beThe UN warns of a global spike in food prices, caused in large part by drought, that could lead to riots like those four years ago. Big grain exporters need to rethink their policies, especially in the US with its mandate on ethanol for fuel.
6 things Obama must do at the Democratic National ConventionMany American voters will view the 2012 election as a referendum on the Obama presidency, so party leaders need to be ready with their defense. Here are six things Democrats and Obama can do at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C. this week if they want to secure victory over Mitt Romney and the GOP in November.
The Monitor's ViewObama and Democratic National Convention must clarify on IranObama plans to play up his foreign policy at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte. With Romney's tougher stance on Iran and its nuclear program, Obama must help voters have a clear choice.
OpinionAfter Mitt Romney's speech, voters may still ask: Can we trust him?Mitt Romney鈥檚 acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention last night was a tepid mix of boilerplate and biography, vague on policy, economical with the truth, and without a memorable, soaring line. It reflected all of the problems that have bedeviled Romney from the outset.
OpinionWhy America loves its office cultureAs Labor Day marks the close of another vacation season, those who are gainfully employed in this shaky American economy, return聽to their cubicles and 'second family.' Office culture, so long derided for its conventions and constraint, has become a source of national nostalgia.
The Monitor's ViewEgypt's call for 'ethical duty' in SyriaThe Middle East is truly a new place when an elected Muslim leader of Egypt speaks out in Iran on the need for the world to help free Syria. Such moral stands can have real results.
OpinionHow the US can out-invest China in AfricaChina recently surpassed the US as Africa鈥檚 largest trading partner, but African countries are also聽growing wary of Chinese investment. This presents an opportunity for US businesses. To take advantage, US diplomats must become more effective advocates for the US private sector.
The Monitor's ViewHow GOP, Democratic conventions can really educate votersMitt Romney and Barack Obama try to compete on 'creating jobs.' But millions of good jobs go begging. Why? Workers need higher education. That's the better issue to debate.
Global ViewpointBreakup of the eurozone would prompt global recessionIf the eurozone fragments, Europe also fails, spelling聽economic catastrophe for the US and much of the world.聽Only by understanding the enormity of these risks can Europe's leaders overcome internal tensions and converge on a potentially game-changing response to the crisis.- Global ViewpointBreakup of the eurozone would prompt global recessionIf the eurozone fragments, Europe also fails, spelling聽economic catastrophe for the US and much of the world.聽Only by understanding the enormity of these risks can Europe's leaders overcome internal tensions and converge on a potentially game-changing response to the crisis.
OpinionThe conservative case against voter ID lawsThe best case against the recent spate of GOP-sponsored voter ID photo laws disenfranchising voters can be traced back to two of the most revered Republicans in recent history, President Ronald Reagan and Chief Justice Warren Burger, a Richard Nixon appointee to the Supreme Court.
The Monitor's ViewFor those in path of hurricane Isaac, a lesson from IreneA year ago, Vermont was hit hard by floods from hurricane Irene. For those facing hurricane Isaac, the strong community spirit of Vermonters can serve as a lesson in how to respond and to recover.
4 ways to prevent natural disasters from becoming human tragediesThe catastrophic impact of climate change 鈥� especially on the developing world 鈥� is not inevitable. Here are four cutting-edge tools to anticipate and minimize the damage from natural disasters.
OpinionHow the GOP convention could help 鈥� and harm 鈥� Mitt RomneyThough news of hurricane Isaac hangs like a dark cloud over the delayed Republican National Convention, Mitt Romney still stands to benefit from the event in a couple key ways.
The Monitor's ViewNeil Armstrong: A giant leap for modestyThe humility of Neil Armstrong after his moonwalk is a model for a balanced approach to giving credit for great achievements.
OpinionIn shunning African refugees, Israel ignores Exodus' call not to 'oppress the stranger'More than 60,000 Africans mostly from Eritrea, Sudan, and South Sudan have come to Israel fleeing harsh dictatorships, oil conflicts, and genocide. Israel must stop聽the inhumane deportations and unjust detention of these migrants and instead聽implement a comprehensive refugee policy.
