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The Monitor's ViewWhy Europe needed the Nobel Peace PrizeSunk low by euro woes, the European Union needed the Nobel Peace Prize to remind it why it should be grateful for its past success. Gratitude helps in affairs of state as much as in personal ties.
OpinionPaul Ryan and Joe Biden vice presidential debate was good TV and good politicsIt was no blowout, but that's not to say there weren't plenty of blowout moments. The vice presidential debate between Joe Biden and Paul Ryan had substance, feistiness, and a real contest of ideas. It likely reminded viewers how bad the Romney, Obama presidential debate was.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat 14-year-old Malala Yousafzai is teaching the world
A Christian Science perspective: Does the tragic shooting of Malala Yousafzai send a message to the world that evil prevails?
The Monitor's ViewWhat Pakistan can do after Taliban shooting of schoolgirl MalalaThe Taliban shooting of Malala Yousafzai, a famous 14-year-old girl activist, should spark Pakistanis to not only end the Taliban but to emulate Muslim societies that elevate the status of women in Islam.
OpinionThe path forward in Georgia: Will billionaire Ivanishvili invest in democracy?Georgia’s Oct. 1 parliamentary elections set up billionaire businessman Bidzina Ivanishvili to become prime minister. This presents a unique opportunity to build a consolidated democracy, develop civil society, and seek justice for those persecuted under President Mikhail Saakashvili.
OpinionWhy Syria's regional spillovers could prompt interventionTurkey's forced landing of a Syrian passenger jet from Moscow suspected of carrying military cargo is the latest example of regional spillover from the Syria crisis. The risks of these cascading spillovers may ultimately emerge as the leading rationale for international intervention.
- A Christian Science Perspective'Love's divine adventure'
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewWhat Supreme Court missed on use of race in admissionsIn its hearing on affirmative action at the University of Texas, the Supreme Court didn't weigh how much higher education can make itself more accessible to all.
OpinionWhat if Britain left the European Union?Amid the debt crisis in Europe, Euro-skeptics in Britain are dominating public discourse. British Prime Minister David Cameron is publicly hinting at a referendum on membership in the European Union. But remember, Britain, if you leave the EU, it's cold out there.
OpinionHow to create jobs in AfricaDespite recent economic success, Africa needs a free-market makeover to create jobs for its high youth population. Zambia embodies the challenge – and opportunity – to create jobs by making it easier for businesses to operate and grow.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWings of love for Syrian refugees
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewWorld's big 'wanted' sign: 600 million jobsEven as the World Bank calls for 600 million more jobs by 2020, the IMF forecasts a long economic slowdown. Will new technologies help? No. The first need is basic reform in governance.
OpinionThe case against mail-in votingEarly voting is now underway in more than half the states. While mail-in and early voting have their merits, I don’t just want my vote to count; I want the act of voting to count. I want to stand in line, the longer the better, and practice civility with those in my community.
OpinionObama must stand up to Netanyahu on Israeli settler violenceThe US State Department recent called Israeli settler violence against Palestinians 'terrorist incidents.' Though a step in the right direction, the label fails to highlight the Israeli government's responsibility for these human rights violations. Washington must take a bold stand.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFrom humanly trafficked to humanely freed
A Christian Science perspective: A mother seeking a better paid job overseas in order to provide for her family found herself trapped in a position with no way out. Here's how her faith in God came to the rescue.
The Monitor's ViewChina bashing in the presidential raceRomney and Obama try to compete in bashing China. Yet both the history and future of US-China ties point to a need for calm debate on how the two economic giants can cooperate.
- Readers RespondReaders Write: Can we teach robots to think ethically?
Letters to the Editor for the October 8, 2012 weekly print issue: When we create artificial intelligence, will we create artificial 'ethicators,' too? The potential for 'cognitive decision-making skills' in computers is both challenging and exciting.
Global ViewpointSlowdown of China's economy is pushing world toward another economic crisisChina’s high inflation and stimulus-fueled real estate bubble have been aggravated by sagging global demand for Chinese goods. The impact is being felt all across China – and the world. China must move away from export-driven investment to consumption-driven growth.
- Global ViewpointSlowdown of China's economy is pushing world toward another economic crisis
China’s high inflation and stimulus-fueled real estate bubble have been aggravated by sagging global demand for Chinese goods. The impact is being felt all across China – and the world. China must move away from export-driven investment to consumption-driven growth.
How poor is poor? How rich is rich?Everyone from the US Census Bureau to the United Nations has a definition of poverty. A reasonable income is unquestionably important. But income alone doesn't determine whether someone is poor. Or rich.
