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The Monitor's ViewAnd the winner in Iowa is ... baby-kissing retail politicsSantorum's near-win over well-monied Romney is a victory for face-to-face campaigning – even democracy itself – as well as small-state presidential contests.
OpinionFrom an ex-CIA spy: US must exploit new split in Iran's Revolutionary GuardA serious split is developing within Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard. The West must leverage that split in support of regime change before the Islamic Republic successfully tests nuclear weapons.
OpinionObama must keep US military in Afghanistan to counter China, RussiaThe Obama administration must recognize that a total military withdrawal would have effects beyond Afghanistan's borders. It would devastate US interests – both political and economic – throughout Central Asia, a critical region where China and Russia now dominate.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCreative ideas and the Mind that inspires
A Christian Science perspective.
At the dawn of 2012: future imperfectPredictions are tough, said Yogi Berra, especially about the future. So when you finish reading all the forecasts for the new year, step back and remember: The world's not going to end.
The Monitor's ViewThe Syrian protesters' cry for helpArab nations and the West are closer to acting against the Assad regime – perhaps even militarily – to end the slaughter of pro-democracy protesters. The consequences of inaction are becoming worse than action.
OpinionWhen character counts in choosing a president'Private sins' usually matter far less than 'public virtues' in presidents. Whether in Iowa or New Hampshire, voters must weigh how Romney, Gingrich, or any other candidate has behaved in public life. Look for the qualities of courage, self-control, wisdom, and justice.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveClear the clutter: a New Year's resolution
A Christian Science perspective.
OpinionIowa caucus and beyond: What's the role of government?As Iowans caucus and other states vote for a Republican nominee, one issue is the role of federal government. Iowans may be surprised to learn that they get back more in individual federal assistance than they pay in federal taxes. And it's similar elsewhere.
- The Monitor's ViewSaving earth’s equipoise
With continued abuse, the environment of this globe could get out of whack. And that would be rather disastrous for all of us who live here.
- The Monitor's ViewHarboring Hate
