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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayer and Iran's nuclear threatA 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewNew Jersey's bad call on sports bettingNew Jersey plans to allow sports betting early next year in defiance of federal law and possible corruption of the culture of sports. The state even admits such gambling would harm its own teams.
3 views on whether the next Congress should repeal Obamacare Repealing Obamacare is bound to come up as voters in a town-hall forum question President Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney in the second presidential debate. Concerns about healthcare, from Medicare to the Affordable Care Act, play a key role in this election. Three writers give their brief take on whether the next Congress should repeal the Affordable Care Act.
OpinionScotland independence movement sends dangerous messageScotland's Alex Salmond and British Prime Minister David Cameron signed the 'Edinburgh deal' 鈥� allowing Scotland to hold a referendum vote on independence in 2014.聽As Europe's bonds are tested, the push for Scottish independence sends a dangerous 'go it alone'聽message.
OpinionPolitics around Benghazi tragedy distract us from bigger issues in Middle EastDeflecting some of the heat the Romney campaign has aimed at President Obama and Joe Biden for the attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton claimed responsibility for the security of US diplomats.聽America鈥檚 blind focus on avenging terrorism diverts us from asking hard questions about its historical roots 鈥� and our dubious alliances today.
The Cuba crisis and the illusion of controlFifty years ago this week, the world stood on the brink of nuclear war. Looking back, two superpowers had boxed themselves into confrontation. Looking ahead, leaders must avoid that trap again with Iran and other critical issues.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveRiches were in the house, all the timeA 海角大神 Science perspective.
- Readers RespondReaders Write: More advocates needed for foster children; Empower women with family planning to end world hungerLetters to the Editor for the weekly print issue of October 15, 2012: More volunteers 鈥� especially men 鈥� are need to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and guardians ad litem (GAL) for foster children. One of the best ways to fight world hunger is to combat population growth through empowering women with family planning and contraception resources.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Romney, Obama must drop the fear-mongeringIn their political ads and presidential debates, Mitt Romney and President Obama worsen economic uncertainty by using fear tactics and pandering to special interests. The economy needs the certainty of a political consensus.
OpinionNATO must offer Turkey military support in Syria crisisTurkey has twice turned to NATO for support in the face of attacks from Syria. But the transatlantic alliance has responded with words rather than deeds. To preserve its credibility in Turkey and the region, NATO should offer radar aircraft and/or rapid reaction forces.
Opinion50 years after Cuban missile crisis: closer than you thought to World War IIIFifty years after the Cuban missile crisis, many people find it hard to believe that the confrontation could have pushed the US and Soviet Union to nuclear war. Robert F. Kennedy鈥檚 newly released papers remind us why this was the most dangerous moment in recorded history.
Election 2012: Choose a future, any futureIf you have diligently read the position papers, listened to the speeches, and watched the debates, by now you know a lot about both candidates for president. That's good citizenship -- but it doesn't necessarily mean the next four years will unfold the way you think.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGovernment: What does God have to do with it?A 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Europe needed the Nobel Peace PrizeSunk low by euro woes, the European Union needed the Nobel Peace Prize to remind it why it should be grateful for its past success. Gratitude helps in affairs of state as much as in personal ties.
OpinionPaul Ryan and Joe Biden vice presidential debate was good TV and good politicsIt was no blowout, but that's not to say there weren't plenty of blowout moments.聽The vice presidential debate between Joe Biden and Paul Ryan had substance, feistiness, and a real contest of ideas.聽It likely reminded viewers how bad the Romney, Obama presidential debate was.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat 14-year-old Malala Yousafzai is teaching the worldA 海角大神 Science perspective: Does the tragic shooting of Malala Yousafzai send a message to the world that evil prevails?
The Monitor's ViewWhat Pakistan can do after Taliban shooting of schoolgirl MalalaThe Taliban shooting of Malala Yousafzai, a famous 14-year-old girl activist, should spark Pakistanis to not only end the Taliban but to emulate Muslim societies that elevate the status of women in Islam.
OpinionThe path forward in Georgia: Will billionaire Ivanishvili invest in democracy?Georgia鈥檚 Oct. 1 parliamentary elections set up billionaire businessman聽Bidzina Ivanishvili to become prime minister.聽This presents a unique opportunity to build a consolidated democracy, develop civil society, and seek justice for those persecuted under President聽Mikhail Saakashvili.
OpinionWhy Syria's regional spillovers could prompt interventionTurkey's forced landing of a Syrian passenger jet from Moscow suspected of carrying military cargo is the latest example of regional spillover from the Syria crisis. The risks of these cascading spillovers may ultimately emerge as the leading rationale for international intervention.- A 海角大神 Science Perspective'Love's divine adventure'A 海角大神 Science perspective.