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The Monitor's ViewPrison reform: Seize the momentBoth parties realize that the exploding prison population is unsustainable. Sentencing reform is one step in the right direction.
Global ViewpointTurkey's president: Release Morsi to save EgyptThe coup that ousted Egypt's President Mohamed Morsi was a clear derailment of the democratic progress. In order to initiate dialogue and reconciliation in a dangerously divided Egypt, Mr. Morsi and other politicians who remain in detention should be released.
- Global ViewpointTurkey's president: Release Morsi to save Egypt
The coup that ousted Egypt's President Mohamed Morsi was a clear derailment of the democratic progress. In order to initiate dialogue and reconciliation in a dangerously divided Egypt, Mr. Morsi and other politicians who remain in detention should be released.
Global ViewpointKerry's support for military coup in Egypt undermines US position in Middle EastSecretary of State John Kerry's said the military coup in Egypt was 'restoring democracy.' This view confirms Muslim Brotherhood claims that the US would rather prop up a military dictatorship than accept an elected Islamic government. Leaders must choose their words accurately.
- Global ViewpointKerry's support for military coup in Egypt undermines US position in Middle East
Secretary of State John Kerry's said the military coup in Egypt was 'restoring democracy.' This view confirms Muslim Brotherhood claims that the US would rather prop up a military dictatorship than accept an elected Islamic government. Leaders must choose their words accurately.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveParkinson's disease: Does it have to be all downhill?
A Christian Science perspective.
What we do, what they knowEven primitive humans left data trails in the form of footsteps, campfires, and arrowheads. But in the digital age, we are constantly generating data. Search engines and advertisers tap it. So does the National Security Agency. Convenience and security are the upside. Loss of privacy is the downside.
The Monitor's ViewFDA and e-cigarettes: Nicotine addiction must not be the normThe Food and Drug Administration will likely decide soon how to regulate e-cigarettes, the electronic devices that deliver a vapor of nicotine (along with some toxins). The agency must assume people do not want to be addicted to this powerful drug.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHappily ever after
A Christian Science perspective.
OpinionTo stop elephant and rhino poachers, dissuade buyers in China and VietnamElephant and rhino populations in Africa are being decimated for ivory and rhino horn. In a vicious cycle, buyers in China and Vietnam fund terrorists in Africa who rely on crime groups and poachers. A social media campaign in Asia must make buying these products abhorrent.
The Monitor's ViewFixing America's subsidized homeownershipThis fall, Congress and President Obama will debate how much taxpayers should still back homeownership. But first they need to ask if owning a home leads to well-being.
OpinionAfter A-Rod doping penalty, don't expect meritocracy in baseballDoping sanctions leveled against A-Rod and 12 others don't mean that meritocracy has returned to baseball. The field is already tilted. In sports, as in life, some people get terrific coaching and instruction from the time they can walk. Nobody calls that 'cheating,' but it's also not 'fair.'
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCollective hearts, one Mind
A Christian Science perspective: Each of us has the capacity to hear God's voice.
The Monitor's ViewFar more than Snowden led Obama to cancel Putin summitAn assertion of values more than interests are behind President Obama's cancellation of a September summit with President Vladimir Putin. The US simply doesn't see world diplomacy as Putin does.
OpinionMuslims should welcome a new, modern perspective on prophet's sayingsThe end of Ramadan this week marks a good time for Muslims to consider Turkey's new, modern version of the Hadith – which records the sayings and customs of the prophet Muhammad. The multi-volume set moves away from literal interpretation and embraces the inspired meaning.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHumanity and the question of spiritual evolution
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewBottom line, disabled people might be better employeesWalgreens and now a report by the National Governors Association show businesses can benefit by seeing disabled workers not as charity cases but employees with uncommon qualities that can enhance profits.
OpinionA modest proposal for Zimbabwe's MugabeA flawed election in Zimbabwe has Robert Mugabe preparing for his seventh inaugural. Typical of Africa, the opposition could not unseat him. But here's a way forward: Appeal to his concern with legacy so that he swears off running again. This can lead to an open succession.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveChristians and Muslims: the call to live in peace
A Christian Science perspective. What can anyone do to contribute toward the peace process today?
The Monitor's ViewBuds of hope for US-Iran nuclear talksWith a new, more moderate president, Iran trades signals with US over possible openings for nuclear talks. Each side needs to first build trust. The next two months will be critical to find peace paths.
