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Sochi Olympics: What true heroism meansWhile it's fun to marvel at the physical and mental excellence on display in the Olympics, it is important to remember that democracy and freedom require not just a few heroes, stars, and celebrities but the committed participation of everyone.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSochi 2014: Will the gold go to muscle or Mind?A 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewWhat to watch at the Sochi OlympicsThe Sochi Winter Olympics will be about more than skiing, skating, and sledding. Every Olympics can promote peace by putting a spotlight on the host country. Russia has already found the Games can stir change for the better, despite what Putin expects.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat really matters?A 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewBad apples or a bad barrel? Pentagon seeks higher officer integrityAmid new and massive scandals, the US armed services try again to review ethics training for officers. But is that enough?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA 'Rocky Mountain high'A 海角大神 Science perspective: God loves us too much to make our happiness dependent on a high from smoking marijuana or dependent on any material circumstance or substance. God leads us to greater altitudes, to the genuine affection of the heart.
The Monitor's ViewA taste of Danish integrityNew surveys rank Denmark as tops in honest government and low corruption, making it a model for others. What can be gleaned from this relative lack of rottenness among the Danes?
Iran: Kerry, Obama rhetoric threatens to derail diplomacyAn Iranian diplomat argues that the repeated threats of war against Iran in the official US vernacular are聽harmful to delicate, ongoing nuclear negotiations and undermine the rule of international law.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayers for Sochi OlympicsA 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewChina's moment for greatnessThe latest dissident to be jailed, Xu Zhiyong, has released words of insight on how to transform a system now built on a big lie. His courtroom statement speaks of citizenship from the ground up and one based on love.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSuper Bowl for non-football fansA 海角大神 Science perspective: Rooting for spiritual ideals while watching a football game?
The Monitor's ViewAmid Arab gloom, a model for inevitable progressAs the Arab Spring fades, Tunisia blooms again with a rights-packed constitution and a peaceful transfer of power by an Islamist government. The country's startling consensus brings hope that all people are worthy of progress toward civil ideals.
A 海角大神 Science Perspective'Never swim alone'A 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewObama's trade agenda needs backingAs President Obama negotiates with Europe and Asia on free-trade pacts, he still needs help from Congress to close the deals. America's openness remains its strength. Lawmakers must give him negotiating tools.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDetroit: on being a witness to progressA 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewFrom Congress, a nudge for self-relianceAs President Obama again seeks bipartisan solutions from Congress after his State of the Union speech, he can note one reform nearing passage: Support for states to nudge food stamp recipients into job training and jobs.
5 key regions that require more US attention The following regions and issues are among those critical to both short- and long-term US interests. They should draw greater US attention and diplomatic efforts.
OpinionKerry鈥檚 focus on Israeli-Palestinian peace comes at great expenseWhile forging a peace deal that ensures the聽security of Israel and the dignity of the Palestinians is a worthy goal, it's a long shot. Secretary of State John Kerry's time would be better spent pursuing vital US interests in Africa, Asia, and the broader Middle East region.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayer frees from corruption in West African airportA 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewBridges for Asia's island disputesAs China asserts stronger claims over its coastal seas, the US and others need to be more proactive in engaging Beijing. A joint research trip in the South China Sea hints at one way.
