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Global ViewpointBrzezinski: Formally recognize Ukraine, prepare NATO troopsThe strategy of the West regarding Russian aggression in Ukraine should be to complicate Vladimir Putin鈥檚 planning. He should be given options to avoid conflict. But he should also be made aware of the negative consequences for Russia that would follow armed conflict.
OpinionReading the tea (party) leaves of GOP Senate primariesRepublicans worry some of their primaries might produce tea party nominees who could be weak general election candidates. If victorious, others could fundamentally change the character of the Senate GOP.聽Unexpectedly close races could be a sign of enduring strength for the tea party.- 2014 GOP Senate primaries to watch Some tea party nominees could be weak general election candidates. Others could change the Senate. Here are six key primaries to watch.
An appetite larger than EarthFor most of history, humans struggled to survive in the natural world. Today, the very success of the human race has put nature under severe stress. Now it is up to humans to help.- Readers RespondReaders Write: Obama executions flout ConstitutionLetters to the Editor for the March 3, 2014 weekly magazine:聽The US Constitution prohibits government from depriving a citizen of life, liberty, or property without due process. President Obama has demonstrated his indifference tow this protection by executing US citizens overseas.
Toward a global collaborationThe Internet is more than cat videos. It was born with the promise of making us all smarter by connecting smart people everywhere. Guess what? It is actually doing that. Look at the case of prodigies discovered in the far corners of the globe.
The Monitor's ViewBinge drinking vs. critical thinkingPenn State's method of paying local bars to close is not a panacea for alcohol abuse by students. But it shows how schools are trying new ways to end binge drinking. They must renew their focus on clear, critical thinking.
The Monitor's ViewPutin's chance not to be a Russian bullyRussia's reaction to the Ukraine crisis could fulfill a stereotype of a Russia fearful of losing a buffer state. Or it can lead to a Russian identity befitting the modern world.
How the American people would fix Social SecuritySupposedly the public's inability to face the realities of Social Security makes it a 'third rail' for Congress. But when a recent survey presented Democratic and Republican voters with policy options, the majority聽clearly agreed on solutions to end the Social Security shortfall.- How the American people would fix Social SecuritySupposedly the public's inability to face the realities of Social Security makes it a 'third rail' for Congress. But when a recent survey presented Democratic and Republican voters with policy options, the majority聽clearly agreed on solutions to end the Social Security shortfall.
The Monitor's ViewWarning signs on Colorado's marijuana legalizationSpeaking to other governors, Gov. John Hickenlooper urges caution in states following Colorado's example. He's gearing up to pay high costs for increased pot use by children.
OpinionMoral outrage 鈥� and action 鈥� needed on North KoreaThe world can no longer ignore the vast human suffering of North Korea's people under the Kim regime. The international community can, and must, take steps to support change 鈥� not as unlikely, but as inevitable.
The Monitor's ViewWhy a repentant Ukraine deserves supportDifficult challenges face Ukraine as its new leaders try not to repeat the mistakes made after the 2004 'Orange Revolution.' Regret is a powerful motive for genuine reform.
Opinion'Obamacare' isn't as bad 鈥� or good 鈥� as you've heardEntrenched myths and misinformation have made it nearly impossible to have needed fact-based conversations about the Affordable Care Act. Yet it is fact-based, constructive debate that has the potential to make the law better.
The Monitor's ViewKeep the peace in Venezuela's protestsAs in Ukraine, Venezuelan leader Nicol谩s Maduro is losing the moral high ground as his forces shoot innocent protesters. He must adopt the nonviolent tactics of his political opponents.- Readers RespondReaders Write: Vague definitions of income inequality; Our daughter's interview with MaryLetters to the Editor for the February 24, 2014 weekly magazine:聽Without parameters for the term, how can one know if 'income inequality' has been eradicated?Intuitively, the solution to income inequality is income equality. If that is not the goal, then there will always be income inequality 鈥� and the potential for class warfare.An essay on meeting the Beatles reminds me of when our daughter Alice interviewed Mary Travers of the group Peter, Paul, and Mary, developing a relationship that lasted until Mary's death.
The Monitor's ViewThe real triumph of Ukraine's protestsThe values-based protests in Kiev's Maidan square helped bring down a regime built on corruption and violence. Now those values can help build a democracy modeled on those in Europe.
The Monitor's ViewRaise the minimum wage? An alternative approach.Apparel giant Gap follows other companies like Costco in seeing the business wisdom of boosting wages without a government mandate.
The Monitor's ViewAnswering Ukraine's bulletsAfter Ukraine police killed protesters Tuesday, the regime has lost legitimacy. Both the West and Ukrainian people must now find a peaceful way to create a legitimate government.
The education reform compromise heard round the USTo fix New Haven鈥檚 failing schools, the teachers union and mayor forged a rare compromise 鈥� a model for聽school districts and unions across the country in how to confront major challenges facing public education, without blaming each other, resisting change, or fighting in the streets.