All Editorials
The Monitor's ViewPlan now to heal a post-Maduro VenezuelaBy preparing for a return of democracy and economic health, the interim president and his foreign partners can create an incentive for a transition of power.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Americans need a peek at the Mueller reportTo prevent future foreign meddling in elections, we must know why Trump campaign officials did not collude with Russia.
A democracy without guardrailsAmerican voters are no longer sending legislators to Washington to represent them, they are sending them to Washington with marching orders. And they are following every key vote on blogs and cable television.
Readers RespondReaders write: Prairie presence, and delayed adulthoodLetters to the editor for the March 25, 2019 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandGlobal Newsstand: Put women at the negotiation table, and moreSee what the global press had to say this week about stories shaping the world.
The Monitor's ViewA cyclone’s wake-up call on climate adaptationThis month’s massive storm in southern Africa highlights the need for helping poorer nations build up resilience against flooding.
The Monitor's ViewA lesson in New Zealand’s new gun banAfter the Christchurch massacre, both left and right listened to each other’s fears about guns and gun control to quickly achieve a compromise.
The Monitor's ViewThe ethics of watching a massacre videoThe livestreaming of the New Zealand killings only raises the bar for both social-media giants and internet users to increase their powers of discernment.
The Monitor's ViewAfter a tragedy, why leaders must be consolers in chiefIn New Zealand and other places with recent crises, politicians who listen and grieve can bring progress.
The Monitor's ViewBuilding both trust and safety into automated travelRecent crashes of two Boeing 737 Max jets should help propel progress toward a better human-machine interface.
The joy of being wrongToday, it can seem like changing your mind is bad or weak. Why would we even consider that we could be wrong about something? But I’ve found admitting I’m wrong and changing my mind hugely rewarding. (It happens a lot!)
Readers RespondReaders write: Up to date on Central America news, children and play, and real meatLetters to the editor for the March 18, 2019 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandGlobal Newsstand: Following US-North Korea summit collapse, South Korea must play mediator, and moreA roundup of global commentary for the March 18, 2019 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA fitting response to the Christchurch killingsLike many recent mass killings, the one in New Zealand hit a place of prayer. The response of many around the world was to gather in prayer. There is a good reason for that.
The Monitor's ViewA sudden wind for clean governance in Central EuropeDefying the region’s stereotype of perpetual corruption, Slovakia may elect a woman as president who has a record of standing up to powerful interests.
The Monitor's ViewHow to de-corrupt college admissionsThe indictment of both parents and university workers over an admissions scandal cries out for schools to return to education that first instills character.
The Monitor's ViewAt 30, the web still nurtures freedom of thoughtOn the 30th anniversary of the World Wide Web, Algerian protesters show how digital connections can bring freedom and break fears.
The Monitor's ViewA critical vote to define ‘home’ for EuropeAn election in May for the European Parliament has triggered differing visions from France and Germany to prevent victories for anti-EU populist parties.
Where faith becomes realWhen Tom Catena came to the Monitor’s newsroom in Boston, I had no idea who he was. Now, I am convinced that every member of the Monitor family worldwide would be grateful for who he is and what he does.
Readers RespondReaders write: Recalling great teachersLetters to the editor for the March 11, 2019 weekly magazine.