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OpinionTime to help college professors be better teachersIf we want more students to succeed in college, we have to turn full attention to the craft of university-level teaching. What’s at stake is not only increasing graduation rates but providing a quality education for those who, a generation or two ago, might not have seen college as possible.
Five ways Americans can save water through food choices As eaters and consumers, Americans can profoundly reduce water waste and water consumption through the food choices they make. Here are five ways American food consumers can help save water.- A Christian Science PerspectiveRescue from the mud
A Christian Science perspective: The skillful and successful rescue of a worker trapped in a tunnel at a subway construction site in New York City inspires hope for all kinds of rescues people need every day.
OpinionNext step for immigration reform: Give detained migrants legal counselAs immigration reform takes shape in Congress, the US must ensure that any person detained in the context of immigration enforcement must be provided access to legal counsel. Victims of sex trafficking and genuine refugees are among those held without possibility of finding counsel.
The Monitor's ViewTypecasting 'AfPak'The West's clichés about Pakistan and Afghanistan don't match the signs of democratic progress or opposition to Islamic radicals like the Taliban.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSafety in the air
A Christian Science perspective: A former airline pilot shares his spiritual insights on safety.
OpinionPalestinians see Obama visit as reminder of broken promisesAs President Obama visits Ramallah in the West Bank, the mood among Palestinians is far from the hopes he ignited in Cairo in 2009. They would like to see Obama take a more even-handed, active role in brokering talks with Israel and a tougher stance on Israeli settlement construction.
The Monitor's ViewCyberattack on South Korea needs constructive world responseThe cyberattack on South Korea's banks and TV stations Wednesday should force a global effort to develop legal rules against cyberwarfare.
OpinionAs a Republican and Iraq war veteran, I support an assault weapons banI am disappointed that an assault weapons ban will not be included in the Senate bill on gun control. The argument of those who claim a right to own 'military capable' rifles is inconsistent with the Constitution I swore to support and defend while I was deployed to Iraq.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveIs good health the natural state of each of us?
A Christian Science perspective: Exploring the basis for healthy living.
OpinionPresident Obama's Israel visit highlights common goals and a rare friendshipPresident Obama will be welcomed in Israel today by a spirit of friendship built on shared values, opposition to a pursuit of nuclear weapons by Iran, and commitment to a peaceful solution with the Palestinians. Such cooperation is not common in the Middle East.
The Monitor's ViewIn Obama trip to Israel, clues of US redirectionPresident Obama's trip to Israel provides more clues about possible downsizing of the US role in the world. If true, the US must be clear to allies and friends.
The hottest global trend is localBright lights and big cities are impressive. But from home-grown food to neighborhood bike paths, community cleanups to small-time bookstores, local is where life happens.
OpinionA lesson from Iraq war: How to outsource war to private contractorsDuring the Iraq war, private defense contractors providing security and support outnumbered troops on the ground at points. Contractors can enhance US military capacity but also entail risks. US experience with private security contractors holds several key lessons.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat faith brings to life
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewEuro crisis: Why a Cyprus bailout must be seen as 'fair'As Europe tackles its latest euro crisis, a Cyprus bailout deal must follow the path of being perceived as 'fair.' A tax on small-time savers isn't seen that way.
Why I can't 'come out of the closet' as a Muslim Republican quite yetMany American Muslims, myself included, believe in conservative ideals and fiscal policies. Rather than alienating potential allies, Republicans should shift their message to one of civility and inclusiveness, especially when it comes to Muslim Americans.
- Why I can't 'come out of the closet' as a Muslim Republican quite yet
Many American Muslims, myself included, believe in conservative ideals and fiscal policies. Rather than alienating potential allies, Republicans should shift their message to one of civility and inclusiveness, especially when it comes to Muslim Americans.
5 steps to bipartisan cuts in Medicare – and the deficit Medicare is the single greatest contributor to long-term deficits. If Democrats and Republicans cooperate on waste-cutting ideas – many of which are backed by President Obama – both parties stand to gain. Here are five ways Congress should act.- A Christian Science PerspectiveA spiritual approach to anxiety and depression
A Christian Science perspective.
