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Readers RespondReaders write: Opposition to GMOs, important verbsLetters to the editor for the July 11, 2016-July 18, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's View The vigilance needed after DallasOne of Dallas's first official actions after the shooting of police was a prayer vigil in the city鈥檚 Thanks-Giving Square. Such prayer is not an evasion of solutions but a solvent for healing and community renewal.
The Monitor's ViewHow to enjoy a corruption-free dayAs more countries turn to mass street protests to fight corruption, the people of Zimbabwe try a one-day boycott of all public activity. They tapped the power of nonconformity to send a message about the need for clean governance.
The Monitor's View Muslim reaction to the Medina bombingEven violent jihadists condemned an attack in Medina, one of Islam鈥檚 most sacred cities. The reaction shows the limits of justifying violence in the name of purifying a religion of alleged apostates.聽
What the road can show usThe cross-country road trip has been celebrated in American literature and lore -- as a journey of national and self discovery.
The Monitor's ViewWith yet another crisis, Europe relies on its calm centerBritain鈥檚 vote to leave the EU has again pushed Germany into asking for patience as the Continent reflects on its reaction to one more big challenge.
The Monitor's ViewPost-Brexit, Britain fixes a rise in immigrant abuseEven as abuse of immigrants increases after the 鈥淟eave鈥� victory, British groups rally to replace this spike in hate with messages of love, respect, and equality
Global NewsstandCultivating cities in South Africa, US company in India, where to go now in Yemen, changes to Ottawa鈥檚 Access to Information Act?, politics in RussiaA roundup of global commentary for the July 4, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Borders in the Middle East, housing in the United StatesLetters to the editor for the July 4, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewIstanbul airport attack: Why Turkey鈥檚 response mattersThe Islamic world鈥檚 struggle to answer 鈥渨ho rules Muslims?鈥� takes a big turn as Islamic State escalates its attacks against democratic Turkey.
The Monitor's ViewRelieving the fears of the college-boundWhen more than a quarter of college grads with student loans regret going to college, Congress must focus on the quality of higher ed as much as student loan debt.聽
The Monitor's ViewVW makes amends. A model in rebuilding trust?Volkswagen agrees with US regulators to pay nearly $15 billion for its diesel-emissions deception. Other steps are needed to help it become a company leader in how to restore a reputation.
The Monitor's ViewThe law鈥檚 fine line between graft and accessA Supreme Court ruling draws a distinction between corruption and paying for access to government. Citizens and their elected leaders, not courts, must ensure integrity in fair access to officials.
Knowing the story of our foodAgriculture ranges from the backyard garden to the corporate mega-farm, from organic practices to industrial-grade processes. So where exactly is the sweet spot?
Global NewsstandCommunity radio cuts, preparing for severe weather, Orlando aftermath, guidelines for Ramadan, defense research for Japan?聽A roundup of global commentary for the June 27, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Leicester victory, hunting grizzly bears, view of nuclear weaponsLetters to the editor for the June 27, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewFor Europe, lessons about identity in Britain鈥檚 exit voteEurope鈥檚 long history in defining new collective identities will continue as it deals with the effects of Britain鈥檚 vote to 鈥榣eave鈥� the European Union.
The Monitor's ViewThe global impact of the battle of FallujahIraq鈥檚 retaking of the Islamic State stronghold hints at progress by the country鈥檚 majority Shiites in treating the minority Sunni as equal citizens, especially in the treatment of Fallujah鈥檚 fleeing Sunnis.
Arctic endeavors and canine friendsIn a busy, techie, ever-changing world, the age-old partnership between humans and canines remains as durable as it is enjoyable.
The Monitor's ViewColombia creates peace before ending a warTo end its long conflict, Colombia鈥檚 government and rebel leaders first had to strike agreements on what peace would look like. Only now have they agreed on a cease-fire. It is a novel approach to end other wars.