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All God鈥檚 creaturesWild horse populations are stressing the American West, yet the simplest solution 鈥� sending them to slaughterhouses 鈥� is, for many, abhorrent.
The Monitor's ViewTaiwan鈥檚 soft-power sovereignty from ChinaA fair election not only bolsters the island鈥檚 independence from China, it reinforces President Tsai鈥檚 drive to tap Taiwan鈥檚 freedoms for industrial innovation.
Readers RespondCollege debt is devastating grads. Read their stories to understand why.How will college debt affect you? Readers share a range of stories. Some left college debt-free, but others are still feeling its stifling effects.
The Monitor's ViewMissiles, lies, and contrition. Has Iran changed?The regime鈥檚 owning up to shooting down a civilian plane after denying its role hints at a new introspection and humility, even if forced.
Readers RespondReaders write: African literature, plastics factory, and moreLetters to the editor for the Jan. 13, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss African writers, plastics factories, leap year calculations, and more.
The Monitor's ViewSudan races for peace, then democracyAn incomplete democratic revolution has wisely focused on talks to end armed movements to unite Africa鈥檚 third-largest country.
The Monitor's ViewCongress can lead on both war and peaceAfter the war scare with Iran, lawmakers can show more leadership in directing a president on war powers.
The Monitor's ViewOne cure for escalating US-Iran violenceBoth countries already have many restraints to prevent major conflict, but Iraqis are setting an example: a movement to end revenge violence.
The Monitor's ViewTaiwan takes a sobering lesson from Hong KongAs elections loom on Taiwan, the struggle in Hong Kong to keep democracy alive聽is making Taiwan skeptical of聽a 鈥渙ne country, two systems鈥� deal聽of its own聽with China.
The Monitor's ViewWhat the chief justice must doSupreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts has made a point of defending the independence and impartiality of the nation鈥檚 highest court. That stand will be tested when he presides at the Trump impeachment trial.
The power of thinking differentlyThe first step to positive change is simply being willing to do something differently. And sometimes,聽that first step can be the hardest step of all.
The Monitor's ViewDoes Dry January signal a shift on alcohol?Despite its good intentions, Prohibition failed to impose sobriety on the public. But popular movements such as Dry January and Sober Curious now encourage individuals to experience the benefits of an alcohol-free life for themselves.
The Monitor's ViewWhere Republicans and Democrats work together to 鈥榝ix Congress鈥�An under-the-radar select committee recommends practical changes that can improve the way government work.
OK, ChristmasJust like every other generation, millennials are figuring out life out on the fly. And they鈥檙e looking for something authentic to anchor themselves.
The Monitor's View2020 and human progressThe bad news of the past year and decade can hide wonderful examples of better lives for people around the world. Rather than debate the pluses and minuses of the past, why not jump in now on the side of hope?
The Monitor's ViewHello, who鈥檚 there? Maybe fewer scammers.A rare piece of bipartisan legislation recently passed by Congress promises to get tougher on annoying and harmful robocalls. But continuing to just say no to answering them will still be the last line of defense.
A 鈥楤lueprint鈥� for better politicsDr. Nicholas Christakis鈥� research suggests that humans are hard-wired with a 鈥渟ocial suite鈥� including love and teaching 鈥� an innate desire to connect.
Readers RespondReaders write: Second Amendment, whistleblowing, and moreLetters to the editor for the Dec. 30, 2019 & Jan 6, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss whistleblowers, the Second Amendment, and more.
Readers RespondReaders write: Cost of war, military service, and turkey timeLetters to the editor for the Dec. 23, 2019 weekly magazine. Readers discuss cover art, military service, and U.S. involvement in Afghanistan.
The Monitor's ViewKeeping homeless people in mental viewThe Christmas season offers a time to remember those who have no home to go home to.