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The Monitor's ViewWells Fargo鈥檚 recovery from a costly scandalThe bank鈥檚 board releases an internal probe on the causes for the fake-accounts scandal and concludes that senior executives failed in their ethical management. Solution: Manage with incentives and examples that inspire employees to act rightly.
The Monitor's ViewTrump鈥檚 epiphany on SyriaOnce apparently indifferent to the slaughter in Syria, Trump as president saw more closely the killing of the innocent and knew of his power to prevent it. In a globalized world, such feelings of moral responsibility are new to many, not only an American leader.
America鈥檚 other refugeesRegardless of Trump鈥檚 policies, it is important to understand why his words resonate 鈥� and to acknowledge that, in many cases, the problems they are bringing to the surface point to people who feel left behind.
Global NewsstandWill Trump's border wall suffer the same outcome as GOP health-care reform?, Middle East banks can fight terrorism, Ending rape culture through sex ed, Social media companies must cooperate in investigations, Ganges River ruling may not be a game changerA roundup of global commentary for the April 10, 2017, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Institutions versus professionals, cover to cover, helping girlsLetters to the editor for the April 10, 2017 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewIf Trump visits China, here鈥檚 what he should seeThe US-China summit in Florida is only the start for redefining a difficult relationship. If President Trump now returns the visit, he should see the future of China 鈥� a place that leads in innovation and freedom.
Not settling for 鈥榞ood enough鈥�How often, as a society, do we settle for imperfect solutions?
The Monitor's ViewSyria is not a black hole for international lawEven though the conflict in Syria violates so many humanitarian norms, such as the use of chemical weapons, the world can keep supporting the hospitality of nearby countries in hosting Syrian refugees.
The Monitor's ViewThe quality that may sway France鈥檚 electionThe leading presidential candidate, Emmanuel Macron, is admired for his listening skills, a trait that young French voters cite as the most important leadership quality.
The Monitor's ViewWhen disaster brings reconciliationA massive flood in Colombia brought an offer of aid from a rebel group, another example of how disasters can bring people together and alter the course of history.
The Monitor's ViewTools to reshape digital etiquetteA survey of tech experts predicts that the future in online behavior could lead to less hate and misinformation with the right incentives and artificial intelligence. Individuals must be empowered to conduct civil public discourse.
Global NewsstandPopulism's effect on mainstream parties, Government must take action to save coral reefs, The influence of 'Brexit' in Asia, Combating famine in Somalia, Canadian attitudes toward illegal immigrationA roundup of global commentary for the April 3, 2017, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Merits of voting system, conservatives and climateLetters to the editor for the April 3, 2017 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA ring of care for Mosul鈥檚 civiliansIn a precedent for urban warfare, Iraq鈥檚 battle to retake the city of Mosul from ISIS includes a chain of care facilities for civilians wounded in the intense fighting. This marks a triumph for humanitarian law.
The Monitor's ViewA neighborly rebuke to a wayward VenezuelaThe country鈥檚 biggest neighbors in Latin America insist on talks between President Maduro and the opposition to end a political and humanitarian crisis. Neighbors like that are now more common in the world.聽
The Monitor's ViewA good defense against terrorist hateAs Islamic State loses ground, it seeks a base in Egypt. A branch there has lately killed dozens of 海角大神s in an attempt to rally Muslims to its side. But the tactic has failed. Muslims instead are coming to the aid of 海角大神s.
The Monitor's ViewA model for anti-corruption RussiansThe March 26 protests in dozens of Russian cities were not simply against the corruption under President Putin. Many demonstrators also know how another former Soviet state, Georgia, has achieved relatively clean governance.聽
The persistence of progressAmid war and terror, famine and plague, The Monitor's confident hope in telling the world's story endures.
The Monitor's ViewTrump and the question of truthAs more citizens distrust traditional media, they must rely even more on their own ability to discern statements from elected leaders like President Trump. Democracy depends on informed voters.
Global NewsstandErdogan's tussle with Europe, The shame of the world, Regional support for Venezuela is vital, Scotland's place in the United Kingdom, US reengagement in the Middle EastA roundup of global commentary for the March 27, 2017, weekly magazine.