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The Monitor's ViewWhy youth still drive Mideast peaceA historic visit of Israel鈥檚 leader to the Gulf state of Bahrain was not only about regional security. It also provides hope for restless youth in the Middle East.
The Monitor's ViewAppealing to Russia's better natureIt has long enjoyed shaping Europe鈥檚 security by peaceful means. Now Ukraine seeks to remind Russia of that by asking for details about Russian troops on its border.
The Monitor's ViewRobots as umpires and referees?Yes, robo-umps in baseball could make better calls. But what of the human side of the sport?
The Monitor's ViewCan Haiti defy failed-state syndrome?A proposed two-year road map to restore democracy may fare better than foreign intervention.
The Monitor's ViewBreaking gambling鈥檚 grip on the Super BowlAllegations of game-fixing in the NFL won鈥檛 help the league in its embrace of legal sports gambling.
The Monitor's ViewA heap of coups challenges AfricaWhen some countries welcome military rule, the continent rethinks how to better nurture democracy.
The Monitor's ViewA compelling reason for Putin not to invade UkraineBoth inside and outside Russia, a concern for saving innocent civilians may put a damper on the Kremlin鈥檚 aggression.
The Monitor's ViewCities mix and match solutions to violenceNational divisions over policing vs. social programs melt away in urban experiments to curb gun killings.
Black History Month: These writers鈥� messages still ring trueA college literature anthology reminds our commentator how central Black people鈥檚 experiences are to American history 鈥� and how current the past can be.聽 聽
The Monitor's ViewIn one nation鈥檚 battle with corruption, more than an ounce of preventionIndonesia鈥檚 frustration with capturing corrupt officials and businesspeople has led it to focus on reinforcing integrity in individuals. One result: Its ranking on a corruption index improved last year.
The Monitor's ViewA day of silence sends a loud message in MyanmarThe Feb. 1 鈥渟ilent strike鈥� that closed most city life was a reminder by and for the people that they, not the military, have the power to shape civic values.
The Monitor's ViewA Senate reset for approving a new justiceHere are a few reasons the confirmation process for the president鈥檚 nominee to the Supreme Court could break from past political tactics.
The Monitor's ViewLatest front in data integrity: TurkeyThe president鈥檚 sacking of his statistics chief after a report of high inflation will run into the public鈥檚 demand for truthful economic data.
The Monitor's ViewWhy the gratitude for refugee-hosting countries?As the number of refugees rises, the United Nations finds praise as much as aid helps more countries accept displaced people
The Monitor's ViewNew voting districts, the citizens鈥� wayThrough engagement by voters seeking democratic equality, more state legislators are finding it harder to gerrymander electoral maps in their favor.
The Monitor's ViewA new insight on Putin鈥檚 moves against UkraineMany former Soviet states like Ukraine are making progress against corruption. Russia is not. Is clean governance a threat to the Kremlin?
The Monitor's ViewWhy Italy can't let Mario Draghi goThe prime minister鈥檚 leadership qualities have set a model for fractious politics and led to deep reforms. Many prefer him to stay put rather than become president.
The Monitor's ViewIn Honduras, a promise keptThe incoming president signals a return to clean government as she steps into office. Will a drop in migration follow?
The Monitor's ViewThe power behind Sudan鈥檚 protestsSeeking democracy, the people rely on joy to unify against military rule.
The Monitor's ViewWhy the Taliban feel alone in a shifting Muslim worldMany Islamic states are moving toward moderation and tolerance, which explains why they are shy about recognizing the new Afghan regime.
