All Editorials
Global NewsstandIn praise of meat, Scotland and 鈥楤rexit,鈥� diplomacy鈥檚 role in the Syrian conflict, aisle or window?, sanctions for South Sudan鈥檚 leadersA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 31, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Trade in TPP, changing schools, true neighborLetters to the editor for the Oct. 31, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica鈥檚 challenge to universal justiceSouth Africa, Gambia, and Burundi plan to withdraw from the International Criminal Court. While disappointing, their move cannot end the steady progress to establish universal ideals and norms of justice.
The Monitor's ViewThe task ahead for the 2016 election winnersThe American political mood is dark and pessimistic just now. This will force those elected in November to listen even more to those they oppose. What they find may surprise them.
The Monitor's ViewWhy 10-year-old girls can lift the worldA new UN report highlights how investments in girls at that critical age can do the most for global prosperity. This focus on their potential is a welcome change from simply highlighting their problems.
The Monitor's ViewAfter this election, Americans can 鈥榳ake up鈥� as oneThanksgiving arrives only days after the end of a divisive 2016 election campaign. The holiday鈥檚 virtues of humility and gratitude must help bring consensus and harmony.聽
The Monitor's ViewWhen rule of law rules the roostA ranking of countries on their rule of law helps highlight the world's ongoing need for equality in justice. Yet just as important is raising the integrity of prosecutors as well as all citizens.
Thinking through 'fortification'Walls can keep people, goods, and contraband at bay. But walls are only a temporary measure. Real security requires much more than a barrier.
Global NewsstandA Nobel Peace Prize well deserved, a mixed record of governance, perseverance is key, history or indoctrination?, soccer bridges dividesA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 24, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Arts skills are essential, gun violenceLetters to the editor for the Oct. 24, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewThe new global view of citiesThe latest UN summit on cities revealed a big shift in thinking: Urban areas are seen as less a sea of woes and more a source of solutions for global problems. No wonder more people seek city life.
The Monitor's ViewEnding modern wars driven by ancient wrongsSouth Korea鈥檚 leader has asked her people to end their 鈥榲ictim mentality鈥� about past big-power aggression. It was a call that might help other countries whose aggressive ways are driven by a lingering victimhood over ancient grievances.
The Monitor's ViewWhy more American teens succeedGraduation rates are at a record high, a result of many educational reforms and social trends. But also more students may be excelling by finding inspiration in 鈥榠dentity projects.鈥�
The Monitor's ViewIn the battle for Mosul, Islamic State is its own worst enemyThe group鈥檚 savagery and missteps 鈥� toward Muslims 鈥� have created discontent and weakened its grasp from within. With an ideology based on hate, IS can only implode.
Getting smarter about waterWater management has always been important. With 2 billion more people arriving on our planet by mid-century, water management will be crucial.
The Monitor's ViewA famine crisis that鈥檚 also a test for NigeriaThe world is only waking up to an acute food shortage in Nigeria, caused by the Boko Haram turmoil. Nigerians can also respond better, while raising their confidence in dealing with other woes.
Readers RespondReaders write: Marriage debate, bearing arms in the USLetters to the editor for the Oct. 17, 2016 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandLet 鈥楤rexit鈥� begin, weighing up the death penalty, stopping the violence in Burundi, what a Trump administration could mean, Colombia's quest for peaceA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 17, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewUS strikes in Yemen: a trigger for peacemakingYemen鈥檚 civil war now has global dimensions 鈥� in its civilian casualties, a near-famine, regional escalation, and a direct US attack inside a pivotal country on the Arabian Peninsula. The US bears further responsibility to be a peacemaker.
The Monitor's ViewThe justice route to end Syria鈥檚 warRussian bombing of Aleppo has led France, Britain, and the US to call for a war-crimes investigation. The prospect of Russian leaders being prosecuted by a tribunal might give them an incentive to make peace. A tribunal would also help heal a postwar Syria.