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The Monitor's ViewIsraeli response to teen murdersCalls for revenge are particularly strong after Israelis learn of three teens killed on the West Bank. But the response to this violence calls for cool intelligence and higher concepts of justice.
The Monitor's ViewIn Hobby Lobby ruling, a defense of religious dignityIn its Hobby Lobby ruling against the Obamacare mandate on contraceptive coverage, the Supreme Court centers its decision on the right of religious people, including owners of privately held corporations, not to be told by government that their beliefs are 'flawed.'
Readers Write: Humane animal treatment, Look againLetters to the Editor for the聽June 30, 2014聽weekly magazine:ANTHENILL:聽The USDA鈥檚 Food Safety and Inspection Service works to prevent the suffering of animals, which is an important issue for the American public.聽LANDIS: I deplore animal cruelty and support animal welfare organizations, but this piece struck me as a propaganda front for extreme animal rights advocates.
The Monitor's ViewA Yosemite moment for nations in conflictThe 150th anniversary of Lincoln's act to preserve Yosemite valley during the Civil War serves as a reminder of how the shared experience of landscape can help unite a people.
The Monitor's ViewGermany's power of attraction in Ukraine crisisWith Ukraine now signing up for membership in the European Union, Germany's soft but firm approach to Russia's aggression sets a global standard in how to wield influence in the 21st century.
Changes to Monitor CommentaryCommentary at the Monitor is evolving to better meet reader interests. We'll be minimizing聽some elements, but adding others. And while the form of Monitor commentary may change, we'll continue to offer聽the constructive, thoughtful perspectives you've come to expect from us.- Changes to Monitor CommentaryCommentary at the Monitor is evolving to better meet reader interests. We'll be minimizing聽some elements, but adding others. And while the form of Monitor commentary may change, we'll continue to offer聽the constructive, thoughtful perspectives you've come to expect from us.
Progress pauses, but never stopsWhether you consider progress real or wishful thinking depends on how you measure it, not just short term versus long term but ideas versus appearances.
Global NewsstandUS response to ISIS; American's response to mass shootings; Japanese and North Korean relationsThis week's round-up of commentary from around the world addresses聽America's response to ISIS in Iraq, the US 'insipid' response to mass shootings, and the need to allow Japan to negotiate with North Korea.
Global NewsstandObama's West Point speech; Keystone pipeline; Chinese cyberspyingThis week's round-up of commentary from around the world addresses聽President Obama's speech at West Point, the controversial remarks made by US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel in Singapore, and Washington's 'hypocritical' complaints that Canada lacks a strategy to address environmental issues.聽
Global NewsstandCost of education hurts poor; a new era of India-US relations; why US must work with Palestinian AuthorityThis week's round-up of commentary from around the world addresses the rising price of higher education in the United States, the possibility of renewed US-India relations, how Washington should take steps on carbon emissions, and the need for the US to work with the Palestinian Authority.聽
The Monitor's ViewWhy the high court protects cellphone privacyIn its ruling on cellphone privacy, the Supreme Court points out that such digital devices are now a pervasive part of daily life, extending our identities into new realms. Ensuring privacy is a way to protect new notions of identity.
The Monitor's ViewTo end partisan gridlockA new report recommends practical, achievable steps to help government work better.
The Monitor's ViewA nutritious news dietWhat passes for news can be trivial or shocking. Careful news consumers think about what they鈥檙e taking in.
Readers RespondReaders Write: Affordable US housing 鈥榯he Nordic way鈥�; US Constitution: the vision vs. the letterLetters to the Editor for the June 23, 2014 weekly magazine:SEDAN: The May 12 cover story, 'The Nordic way,'聽reminded me of Sweden鈥檚 program to tackle its post-World War II housing shortages 鈥� which could be a model for the US.JOHNSON:聽There are those who understand and honor the聽promise聽and聽vision聽of the Constitution and those who can鈥檛 seem to see beyond a simplistic, self-serving interpretation of its letter.
The Monitor's ViewDroning onAs the US again steps up drone attacks, the need for a clear policy on the use or sale of military drones becomes more urgent
The Monitor's ViewRemoving the R-wordA court decision takes away trademark protection for an NFL team with a disparaging name. But that鈥檚 not enough.
Global ViewpointWhy America should let Iraq resolve its own crisisThe US already destroyed the political, economic, and social infrastructure of Iraq. There is no way it should attempt to re-enter this agony.聽This is not some jihadi apocalypse. In fact,聽ISIS is establishing the groundwork for what is emerging as a likely federalist structure of Sunni Arab, Shiite Arab, and Kurdish regions 鈥� the only way Iraq can survive for the foreseeable future.- Global ViewpointWhy America should let Iraq resolve its own crisisThe US already destroyed the political, economic, and social infrastructure of Iraq. There is no way it should attempt to re-enter this agony.聽This is not some jihadi apocalypse. In fact,聽ISIS is establishing the groundwork for what is emerging as a likely federalist structure of Sunni Arab, Shiite Arab, and Kurdish regions 鈥� the only way Iraq can survive for the foreseeable future.
How unlikely partners came together on a Maine riverDecades of dam building had decimated migratory fish populations that had long sustained local wildlife and people on the Penobscot River. After years of contentious battles, local stakeholders struck a deal. Today, for the first time in 200 years, river life is rebounding. And the power company has not lost any hydropower generation.