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The Monitor's ViewPolitical hate crimes in Oregon: What can end such violence?Police are on a steep learning curve to prevent clashes between rival demonstrators. Curbing such hate crimes will take more than holding perpetrators accountable.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracies try to boost public serviceVarious leaders propose incentives for volunteering as a way to rebuild trust and instill a culture of giving. In the U.S., two presidential candidates have made it a campaign issue.
Addressing the uncertainties of climate changeSimon Montlake's cover story聽speaks to the fundamental tension in the wider debate about global warming: How do we handle uncertainty?
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The Monitor's ViewEurope fortifies the independence of judges聽The European Union鈥檚 highest legal body put Poland on notice to uphold rule of law. The ruling also counters Russia鈥檚 claim that liberal values are history.
The Monitor's ViewIt鈥檚 back to voters to curb partisan gerrymanderingThe Supreme Court鈥檚 decision not to get involved with an inherently political process throws the responsibility back to citizens to decide the boundaries of their political communities.
The Monitor's ViewHow the world adjusts to new family formsA U.N. report cites a growing diversity in types of families, requiring shifts in laws and policies. Whatever their kind, families still are the bedrock of love and identity.
The Monitor's ViewIran鈥檚 voices that may drive peace with the U.S.In the U.S.-Iran showdown, those in the U.S. advocating restraint are obvious. In Iran, less so. But it may be women, chafing at social bans, who give the regime pause.
The Monitor's ViewA candle of civility lit in Turkey鈥檚 electionThe victor in Istanbul鈥檚 mayoral race, Ekrem 陌mamo臒lu, showed the world how to win against a ruler bent on destroying opponents.
Getting past despair and indignation on abortionIn an issue like abortion, no side can claim a monopoly on conscience. Finding a deeper humanity, however, is a momentous step toward healing.
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The Monitor's ViewWhat can restrain a US-Iran conflictMoral pressure to protect civilians is rising in many forums, helping to set a limit on wider war.
The Monitor's ViewCourt鈥檚 burden in keeping religious harmonyA Supreme Court ruling that allows an old war-memorial cross to stay in public hands shows the justices again trying to keep the peace on matters of faith in the public square.
The Monitor's ViewA global moment for the #MeToo movementWorld leaders have a chance to enact a pact against sexual harassment in the workplace. Even debating the issue reveals a revolution in thought about respect and equality for all.
The Monitor's ViewFacebook banks on a globe-uniting currencyThe launch of the 鈥楲ibra鈥� cryptocurrency next year will help reimagine the purpose of money in a distrustful world.
The Monitor's ViewHong Kong鈥檚 quiet message to BeijingIf the sheer size of Sunday鈥檚 pro-democracy protest was not enough, then other signals from the crowds might persuade China to rethink its growing grip on the semi-autonomous city.
Finding our balance
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The Monitor's ViewRobots: Job killers or co-workers?Intelligent machines are moving rapidly into the workplace, sometimes in unexpected ways. The low US unemployment rate may be masking a big challenge in the near future.
The Monitor's ViewTo clear the air, go undergroundThe big challenge of global warming needs big ideas to mitigate it. Two well-known ways to bury carbon dioxide in the ground keep looking like an important part of the solution.