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The Monitor's ViewA call to 鈥榝ear-guard鈥� countries in a pandemicHealth experts drawing lessons from recent disease outbreaks say the world can do more to prevent 鈥榝ear contagion.鈥� Doing so will improve the care and comfort needed during a crisis.
The Monitor's ViewThe law that has a soldier鈥檚 backAs the US military hits out at new targets 鈥� Iran, Syria, and various terrorist groups 鈥� Congress must renew the legal authority for such actions. Soldiers must know that Americans support an agreed strategy. And foes must know of US resolve.聽
The Monitor's ViewFrance鈥檚 drive for ethical politicsA new president and his young party have already shaken the traditional (and often corrupt) political order. Now Emmanuel Macron aims to set tough rules on ethics for French lawmakers. How will his reform differ from that in other countries?
The Monitor's ViewWhen prayer helps end conflictsReligious leaders have achieved a truce between rebel groups in the Central African Republic through a 鈥榮piritually inspired鈥� method.
The Monitor's ViewWhat refugees might say of World Refugee DayThis year鈥檚 event on June 20 comes as aid groups rethink the approach to refugees 鈥� less as victims and more as participants in restoring their dignity.
The courage of cause, the ease of effectThe Western world is undergoing a fundamental change in its economic structure. The jobs that once sustained the Western working class are disappearing and evolving into new forms, and too many Western workers are not keeping up.
Global NewsstandTerror response must go beyond policing social media, US Paris accord withdrawal can benefit climate change movement, only Qatar's action can mend relations, what鈥檚 the 鈥榬eal reason鈥� Arab countries cut Qatar ties?, how Trump may have influenced Saudi moveA roundup of global commentary for the June 19, 2017, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Budget reporting, golf changes, child's viewpointLetters to the editor for the June 19, 2017 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewWhen Muslims march for peaceWith Islamic State instigating more attacks on the West, Muslim groups in Germany hope a march for peace will show that such terrorism is not part of Islam.
The Monitor's ViewWhy politicians must play ballAfter the shooting at a GOP baseball practice, lawmakers showed remarkable civility. Here are active steps that can keep it going.
The Monitor's ViewAmericans expand the idea of giving 鈥� and goodnessGiving to charity hit another record last year, but a new form of giving 鈥� impact investing 鈥� is catching up fast.
The Monitor's ViewUS as a good neighbor to Central AmericaLike recent presidents, President Trump seeks to uplift Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala to help stem the flow of drugs and migrants. US priorities in the region may shift but its neighborliness should not.
The Monitor's ViewCan China turn a moral corner?The ruling party鈥檚 use of fear to deter corruption may be shifting toward positive ways to instill honesty in governance.
Surviving a mission of self-worthWhat happens when the value of an individual or a group is not acknowledged? What happens when the yearning to be understood is not met?
Global NewsstandG7 nations should increase coordination, Macron a 'worthy partner' for Merkel on Russian affairs, Netanyahu must listen to moderates on both sides, Death penalty isn't the answer, New Zealanders ready for a new approach to drug addictionA roundup of global commentary for the June 12, 2017, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Prior colonization, new plan, travel experiencesLetters to the editor for the June 12, 2017 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewKeeping the global promise of a quality educationCountries and world bodies such as the UN have helped expand access to schooling. Now they must enhance the quality of education.
The Monitor's ViewOne antidote to the use of female jihadistsThe role of a woman in the terrorist attacks in Iran should help highlight the effort of several Muslim countries to train women as spiritual guides. The main purpose: to prevent recruitment of young people by jihadists.
The Monitor's ViewFrance takes a turn neither left nor rightA new president, Emmanuel Macron, has so far set a model for democracies in shaking up the old political order 鈥� if he can win a majority in coming legislative elections.
The Monitor's ViewWhat can bind the Middle EastAs a rift opens between Arab states, adding to the region鈥檚 conflicts, Oman can possibly serve as neutral party. The small Gulf country relies on a brand of Islam that teaches unity and tolerance.