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The Monitor's ViewGavels for truth against Russia鈥檚 war liesUkraine has wisely used three international courts to both win preliminary findings against the invasion and gain further international support.
The Monitor's ViewLand rights for Africa鈥檚 tillersWomen do most of the farm work yet own little of the land. New models of teaching land rights are shifting attitudes, notably among men.
The Monitor's ViewTo help end the war, shape Ukraine鈥檚 peace
Readers RespondReaders write: Connecting with others, despite deep divisionsLetters to the editor for the March 21, 2022 weekly magazine. Readers highlight the power of civility, calligraphy, and hand-written letters.聽
The Monitor's ViewA battered nation once again at batDuring a long labor dispute that threatened the season, pro baseball had to learn a lesson about how to treat each other.
In Ukraine, can humanity withstand Russian tanks?The scenes from the war in Ukraine seem an assault against humanity. But lessons from the Cold War show humanity鈥檚 resilience and power.
The Monitor's ViewIn Chile, will meekness make a strong leader?A new president promises broad dialogue and a gradual approach. Can such humility help win a liberal agenda?
The Monitor's ViewUkraine鈥檚 example for other bullied democraciesThe civic unity of Ukrainians may inspire countries like Taiwan, South Korea, and Iraq in resisting dictators nearby.
The Monitor's ViewIn Ethiopia, women trace the outlines of peaceEven as war continues, civil society groups and international human rights lawyers seek post-conflict healing based on the rights of the most vulnerable.
The Monitor's ViewThe other front in Russia鈥檚 war on UkraineCorruption may account for Russia鈥檚 slow military advances even as the West rises to block dirty wealth from the Russian elite.
Masculinity wars: Must they be a zero-sum game?
The Monitor's ViewTime to clean out the wardrobe?The world鈥檚 highly polluting fashion industry faces a regulatory bill in New York that might help consumers rethink their relationship to the clothes they buy.
The Monitor's ViewSouthwest鈥檚 dryness shifts rivalries over waterThe longest drought in 1,200 years along the Colorado River system forces stakeholders to develop trust to find shared solutions.
The Monitor's ViewThe help-a-refugee way to save UkraineGenerosity toward the war鈥檚 refugees, especially non-Ukrainians, helps counter Russia鈥檚 excuse for the invasion.
Ukrainian resilience and a son鈥檚 homage to his fatherA Monitor reporter shares how his Ukrainian father鈥檚 experience shapes his coverage of the current Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
The Monitor's ViewA public defender鈥檚 approach to justiceA Supreme Court nominee who served as a public defender could bring insights on how to better balance the interests of society and defendants.
The Monitor's ViewUkrainians break some mental chainsThe shock of the invasion also led to a shock about Ukraine鈥檚 response, which has included a helpline for Russian families seeking information on their soldiers.
Readers RespondReaders write: Coverage that meets a needLetters to the editor for the February 21, 2022 weekly magazine. Readers highlight our Indigenous and diversity coverage, and we respond to concerns about an Afghan bookstore.聽
The Monitor's ViewFreedom from fear flares again in TunisiaThe spirit of the Arab Spring lives on in public opposition to an elected leader鈥檚 grab for absolute power, causing him to acknowledge a need for judicial independence.
The Monitor's ViewOne antidote to Russia鈥檚 war on UkraineAs civilian casualties mount, the Kremlin鈥檚 own concerns about Russians opposing the loss of innocent life could shorten the war.