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OpinionFive lessons from Kosovo on peacemaking and problem-solvingKosovo Prime Minister Hashim Thaci:聽The聽International Steering Group decides today whether to conclude its supervision of Kosovo鈥檚 independence. History offers few more inspiring examples of how democracy can prevail with strong international support.
The Monitor's ViewIn health-care decision, Roberts rules of order reignBesides his key vote in upholding most of Obamacare, Chief Justice John Roberts also pointed to a need for civility, humility, and limits in the use of power.
OpinionNetworked moms are the new soccer moms 鈥� and they're not on the sidelinesThe landscape has changed since the 'soccer mom' term gained prevalence. With technology at our disposal, we moms are now powerfully networked and politically active. Politicians take note: 'Networked moms' are definitely in the game 鈥� and changing it 鈥� not watching from the sidelines.
OpinionSen. Collins: Republicans and Democrats can agree on Myanmar (Burma)In Myanmar (Burma) the tide of democracy is growing. But Aung San Suu Kyi rightly cautions foreign investors that the country still has no 鈥榬ule of law.鈥� The US must continue to support those working to further human rights and civil society while carefully watching Burma's generals.
OpinionRoberts ruling on Obamacare rebukes partisanship with moderationFew doubted the Supreme Court ruling on health care, or Obamacare, would be 5-4. Hardly anyone figured Chief Justice John G. Roberts would swing to uphold the law. His moderation is a measured rebuke to the law's politicization. Bipartisanship is needed on big issues.
The Monitor's ViewA taxing decision on health care mandate by the Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court ruling on the health care law and its mandate assumes that a 'tax' for not buying insurance is simply an incentive. It isn't much of an incentive if it penalizes those who rely on nonmedical means of healing.
The Monitor's ViewSyria intervention of the right sortWhen Syria downed a Turkish jet last Friday, who came out in support of Turkey? That club of democracies called NATO. The Syrians' cry for freedom demands a strong response by nations already free.
OpinionTitle IX at 40: Most schools still aren't in complianceFour decades after Title IX went into place, enormous progress for women and girls has been made. But most schools in America are still not providing men and women with equal opportunities to participate and equal treatment in athletics. There's work to be done.
OpinionTime to end the 'cold war' between Turkey and IsraelWith Iran nuclear talks stalled, Syria downing a Turkish fighter jet, and uncertainty following the Arab Spring, there has never been a more important time for Turkey and Israel to end their 'cold war.' They can begin with a compensation deal over the Mavi Marmara flotilla incident.
Opinion'Elite' Supreme Court sides with science and juvenilesJustice Alito chided the Supreme Court majority for its 'elite vision' in striking down mandatory life sentences for juveniles convicted of murder. But the court based its decision on science 鈥� the science of adolescent brain development. Science is a kind of elitism that we need more of.
The Monitor's ViewSupreme Court ruling on life sentences for young criminalsThe Supreme Court ruling against mandating life-without-parole sentences for young criminals assumes that children are more capable of reform than adults. This premise is based on shaky views of character development.
OpinionSupreme Court immigration ruling: A win for Arizona, a call to action for CongressThe Supreme Court handed Arizona a hard fought victory in upholding the most contentious part of its immigration law. All other portions might be found constitutional, it seems, if Congress would state so explicitly in federal law. The decision should serve as a clarion call to Congress.
OpinionWhy the Supreme Court ruling on immigration is a clear rebuke to ArizonaBoth sides of the immigration debate claim victory, but the court not only accepted virtually all of the Obama administration鈥檚 arguments, it also rejected Arizona鈥檚 primary contention that local police have 'inherent' authority to enforce federal immigration laws.
The Monitor's ViewSupreme Court ruling on Arizona law must lead to 'civil discourse' on illegal immigrationThe Supreme Court ruling on Arizona law SB 1070 will let states help enforce federal immigration law through police checks on immigration status. This should create more federal-state cooperation in battling illegal immigration, especially in states hit hardest by such massive lawlessness.
OpinionBeyond Supreme Court ruling: Romney, Obama, and America don't get HispanicsHispanic-Americans comprise the fastest growing electorate in the country and possibly the most misunderstood. Their views on the Arizona immigration law (SB 1070), which the Supreme Court upheld in part with its ruling today, exemplify the complex contours of Hispanic voters.
OpinionA more divisive, political US Supreme Court? Think again.Public approval of the US Supreme Court is dropping. That trend may be enforced by its decisions on the Arizona immigration law and health-care reform. But the rate of dissent in the court today is no greater than before. The problem lies with the divisive cases the court selects.
OpinionThe other victim in the Sandusky verdict: Mike McQueary, the Good SoldierMike McQueary reported apparent child sex abuse, but he's blamed for not doing enough. American men may call the rule-breaking Lone Ranger their hero, but they are raised to be聽the Good Soldier or Team Player. It鈥檚 easy to blame McQueary for not being the exception.
The Monitor's ViewObama and Romney must link economy, immigrationLast week, Obama and Romney gave dueling speeches on the economy. This week, it was immigration. The two topics are very much related. The candidates should focus on that.
OpinionHow to maintain drop in US driving deathsDriving deaths in the US are down dramatically among teens and adults. This coincided with the Great Recession. People drove less and also drank less at bars and restaurants. While we don't want to prolong joblessness, we can do something about alcohol and driving.
The Monitor's ViewAfter Supreme Court ruling, FCC must give clear indecency standardsA Supreme Court ruling on FCC indecency rules for broadcast TV calls for less vague standards but seems to back the public interest in safeguarding children from vulgarities and nudity on public airwaves. Now the FCC must provide clarity for such rules.
