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The Monitor's ViewA legal takedown of genocideA verdict against two high-level Khmer Rouge leaders helps spread the application of human-rights law and could prevent such atrocities.
The Monitor's ViewThe FDA shields youths from vapingThe agency鈥檚 proposed rules aim to reverse an alarming spike in use of electronic cigarettes among teens. They also declare the need to guard the innocence of youth.
The Monitor's ViewA key ingredient in Amazon鈥檚 selection processWhether it be a tech giant or the federal government, the best approach in targeting big investment in one place is to ensure the local community has social cohesion and common vision.
The Monitor's ViewCalifornia鈥檚 fires as both tragedy and lessonAs strategies toward wildfires have evolved, so has the understanding of how humans can fit into the natural order.
Colonialism in reverseThe story of Juba Arabic is one of colonization. The language is a mixture of different tongues imposed upon the South Sudanese by outsiders. That makes the story of Juba Arabic an allegory of sorts.聽
Readers RespondReaders write: The power of song, comparing movements, updates on Washington, and exploring diversities of the AmazonLetters to the editor for the Nov. 12, 2018 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandFear of 鈥榯he other鈥� begets acts of hate, With China, Japan needs to step out from the shadow of the US, Centrist infighting is an opportunity for extremists, The US should offer the Caribbean development assistance, Companies need to cut emissions, tooA roundup of global commentary for the Nov. 12, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewWhy did so many young people vote?The unusually high turnout for a midterm election may be driven by better civic education, especially the hands-on kind that instills lifelong activism instead of cynicism and indifference.
The Monitor's ViewGermany's learning curve on immigrationPerhaps the US can learn as Germany鈥檚 leading party holds a sober debate over the topic in picking a replacement for Angela Merkel.
The Monitor's ViewThe new Congress can shed old habitsThe midterm election left Capitol Hill more divided than before. Rather than gridlock, lawmakers must try to discern together the ideals that unite Americans.聽聽
The Monitor's ViewUkraine needs the long arm of the lawDespite the West鈥檚 efforts to curb corruption in this pivotal country, the killing of an anti-corruption activist shows the need for better tools to help Ukrainians achieve clean governance.
What democracy actually doesOpinions about the best way forward can fracture a country in countless ways. Democracy, at its most fundamental level, is about creating a structure that can absorb those disagreements without violence or tyranny.
The Monitor's ViewIs progress on race still possible?The US midterm election was filled with racial issues, another example to the world of how to confront a difficult topic. At least one country, Tunisia, has decided progress on race is possible.
What money can鈥檛 buy in politicsMoney does other things that are subtler yet in some ways just as concerning as outright corruption. And, in a bit of a shock, new research suggests that money doesn鈥檛 do something that many think it does.聽
Readers RespondReaders write: Examination of Islamist moderates, cartoon cuts, protecting the Amazon, and sustainability of farmsLetters to the editor for the Nov. 5, 2018 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandUS-Russia relationship recalls cold war, Proof means little in Warren and Khashoggi affairs, Iran鈥檚 blacklisting adds to US sanctions stress, Saudi Arabia could stabilize Arab world, Moon administration tried to ease North Korea sanctions too earlyA roundup of global commentary for the Nov. 5, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA record in 鈥榙iversity鈥� of candidatesThe field in the 2018 elections shows progress in backgrounds of candidates but at least one contest for Congress shows that diversity can mean more than race or gender.
The Monitor's ViewPeace waves in East AfricaThe 鈥榣ove can win鈥� diplomacy of Ethiopia鈥檚 new leader has brought startling results in the region, notably in the reunion of South Sudan鈥檚 top two rivals.
The Monitor's ViewOman鈥檚 guiding hand in a churning MideastA region so in flux needs an honest broker like tiny Oman that can listen and mediate with selfless interest.
The Monitor's ViewDisarming terrorists like the Pittsburgh shooter before they actA decade of efforts to guide terrorists or would-be terrorists away from violence is showing some success, if the approach is based on offering a good alternative.