All Editorials
The Monitor's ViewThe uniting politics of second-chance justiceOklahoma鈥檚 mass commutation reflects a bipartisan spirit of forgiveness that could find a place in American politics.
The Monitor's ViewThe motives behind two postwar protestsIn Iraq and Colombia, demonstrators expected more of a 鈥減eace dividend鈥� after the end to recent wars. They know peace is more than an absence of conflict.
The Monitor's ViewThe art of listening in Yemen's warA deal between two warring factions, a result of each side heeding the other鈥檚 interests, hints at a path toward peace in what is the world鈥檚 worst humanitarian disaster.
The Monitor's ViewThe epic struggle behind Iraq鈥檚 protestsDemonstrators are rejecting Iran鈥檚 influence and, along with it, cleric-based rule. The Middle East will be better off with their assertion of self-governance.
The Monitor's ViewSouth Africa has a springbok in its stepA World Cup victory by its racially integrated national rugby team was not only inspiring, it set a tone of gratitude for the country鈥檚 progress on race and opportunity.
Readers RespondReaders write: A gun owner鈥檚 experience with the NRA, and moreAssault rifles, bump stocks, the Second Amendment, and more: Readers discuss their opinions on the NRA and the state of gun ownership in America.
The Monitor's ViewSea level rising? Make some new landFor some seacoast cities new property reclaimed from the ocean could be more valuable than the cost of making it.
The Monitor's ViewCelebrating the unlikely champsThe Washington Nationals managed to make winning in the face of almost certain defeat look routine. They entertained and sustained us.
The Monitor's ViewWhy we still drop a cardThe internet whisks images and texts around the globe nearly instantaneously. But after 150 years the common postcard still holds its own unique appeal.
The Monitor's ViewAre job skills and an education the same thing?English majors may be in decline, but studying the humanities is still a worthwhile option.
The Monitor's ViewBirds on a high wireTwo recent studies show North America鈥檚 birdlife in peril. But humans can still change the picture.
What color shirts are the refugees wearing?Migration is one of the world鈥檚 most pressing issues. Western democracy is being reshaped by how people live 鈥� or don鈥檛 鈥� with different cultures.
Readers RespondReaders write: Eco-equine, consumer choices, and grandparents and child careHow much should grandparents help out with child care? Is eating meat ethical? Readers share their thoughts on these topics and more.
The Monitor's ViewRediscovering Mr. RogersWhat seemed like a simple, gentle children鈥檚 show has had an unexpected impact on society. It all began with the way he viewed his 鈥榥eighbors.鈥�
The Monitor's ViewSweet uses of adversity for African entrepreneursAfrica鈥檚 digital revolution may be lagging but its many obstacles are also a source for innovation.
The Monitor's ViewThe Balkans fuseThree nations in what was once Europe鈥檚 powder keg set plans to blend their economies, replicating the 鈥渃ommon home鈥� of the EU.
The Monitor's ViewCanada鈥檚 breach over oil exportsMonday鈥檚 election may force Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to find a better balance between the oil-rich provinces and Canada鈥檚 leadership on climate change.
The Monitor's ViewLebanon awakes to fearmongeringDays of protests reveal a diverse nation shaking off corrupt politicians who divide by sects to stay in power.
The 鈥榮tranger鈥� within MexicoThe world tends toward binaries. 鈥淚 am indigenous鈥� or 鈥淚 am Spanish,鈥� for instance. 鈥淚 am both鈥� seems harder to wrap our heads around.
Readers RespondReaders write: At peace with semicolons, and rethinking 鈥榮uperpower鈥�Melissa Mohr's column on semicolons helped a reader with his grammar troubles. Another wonders if economic growth brings ecological destruction.