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The Monitor's ViewEurope鈥檚 search to curb anti-immigrant hatredWith far-right parties slated to do well in a big election this month, European officials must focus on proven ways to counter anti-migrant racism.
The Monitor's ViewA leap in productivity, and perhaps in what inspires itA surprise jump in the output of American workers might nudge Washington to make good on promises of better infrastructure.
The Monitor's ViewA China-US trade deal may hinge on an honesty pledgeAs the two giants near a trade deal, they must agree on ways to end China鈥檚 theft of foreign technology. China is already making some progress.聽
The Monitor's ViewHow gratitude can ease Japan-South Korea frictionsSeoul鈥檚 letter of appreciation for the peacemaking role of the departing Japanese emperor can help both sides soften their hard positions on issues from the past.
The Monitor's ViewThe tender embrace after a synagogue shootingBeneath the good deeds after the tragedy in Poway, California, lies a desire to restore a community鈥檚 harmony 鈥� and to curb hate-filled violence.
Readers RespondReaders write: Voice from Moscow, Canada鈥檚 First Nations, and typing prowessLetters to the editor for the April 22 & 29, 2019 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandGlobal Newsstand: Diverse teaching staffs are valuable, and moreSee what the global press had to say this week about stories shaping the world.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Arab protesters stay in the streetIn Sudan and Algeria, protesters who have won the downfall of longtime rulers know only democracy can deal with issues like corruption.
The Monitor's ViewThe Sri Lankan counter to post-bombing revengeA jihadist goal in the Easter Sunday bombings may have been to provoke retaliation against the minority Muslims. Tales of unity after the attack offer a counternarrative.
The Monitor's ViewTaking 鈥榦ld age鈥� out of its old boxAs societies debate aging demographics, they are also being transformed by examples that defy stereotypes.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine鈥檚 bold choice of a wit to restore trustThe election of a TV comedian as president shows not only a mass rejection of a political elite but a deep demand for clean governance in a nation low on trust.
The Monitor's ViewReconciling Sri Lanka to its finer selfSunday鈥檚 bombings show why the island nation鈥檚 recent moves toward reconciliation need to be revived.
The essence of the Monitor 鈥� refreshedHere's why we launched a redesigned look to the weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewWhen saying no to a president saves democracyThe Mueller report leaves a shadow over President Trump about possible obstruction of justice, but it also offers insights on how acts of conscience can turn events.
The Monitor's ViewFor America鈥檚 poorest communities, opportunity knocksUnder new tax rules, patient investors can now lift up distressed areas with new businesses over 10 years, reducing geographic inequality in the U.S.
The Monitor's ViewA planeload of truth lands in VenezuelaA dictator finally admits his regime has a humanitarian crisis and lets in foreign aid from the Red Cross. His reversal will help expose other lies and bring back democracy.
The Monitor's ViewThe rebirth of Notre Dame鈥檚 purposeThe fire in the iconic Gothic cathedral did not destroy its original role as a gathering place for grand purposes. Its restoration will only affirm the ideas that shaped the famed structure.
The Monitor's ViewIndonesia鈥檚 youth put candidates to the testThe top quality in a leader expected by young voters is honesty, a sign that a coming election may help hasten Indonesia鈥檚 efforts against corruption.
Small moments of triumphThe fact is, America has not been the most socially mobile place during the past 20 years.
Readers RespondReaders write: Meat meaning, and rereading 鈥楳ockingbird鈥�Letters to the editor for the April 15, 2019 weekly magazine.