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All rights reserved.300en-usTue, 27 Oct 2026 04:20:48 EDThttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1026/Venezuela-s-opportunity-for-reconciliation-built-on-truth-and-transparency?icid=rss6b7acae3b9e333163b408e3e71b69aaaIn the return of exiled opposition leader María Corina Machado, citizens see new hope for the future and for democratic freedoms.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:44:07 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1023/Elections-in-four-nations-highlight-the-role-of-rule-of-law?icid=rssf230ead2d45a18f948b60d3e69a93f09Amid a global authoritarian drift, citizens of Brazil, Serbia, Israel, and the United States have an opportunity to uphold democratic and economic freedoms.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:41:30 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1022/Reigniting-the-joy-in-reading?icid=rss9bd77e0f3ac19be1bbf5923d32695f9eSchools and nonprofits have long sought to expand access to books for young people. More and more, they’re emphasizing reading for pleasure – and for deeper connections.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:34:27 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1021/After-a-no-to-secession-in-Canada-the-next-step?icid=rss6c9f35feaea1aadff867e212e4791acaDespite political and economic complaints, residents of oil-rich Alberta have affirmed their Canadianness. But this week’s referendum highlights the ongoing demand to redefine a national, civic identity.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:21:49 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1020/In-the-home-of-the-Arab-Spring-democracy-s-looking-better?icid=rss95bafbaa63b4cb3dce2d0286d25b2ae2Tunisia sparked a regional revolution in 2011 and but then acquiesced to dictatorial rule. Now protests hint at a public recognition that economic opportunities flourish better under democratic ideals.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:21:30 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1019/Indians-reach-for-an-identity-beyond-caste-and-creed?icid=rssa1436c00c02d7c2eae05b323a05b01fdThe surging “cockroach” youth protest movement is prompting citizens in the world’s most populous nation to unite behind democratic rights, especially civic equality.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:26:41 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1016/Russia-s-gray-shadow-over-the-Black-Sea?icid=rss7cc193ea52cbf84987551feb0e06865aDeadly drone attacks on merchant ships off the coast of two NATO countries hint that the Kremlin has opened a new front on Europe’s zone of security. European leaders are rushing to provide better defenses in a key global passageway for grain exports.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:40:23 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1015/A-simple-golden-rule-to-counter-homelessness?icid=rss19e1415376a6959b8af622136e4584e5Neighborly connection and care provide the vital glue to sheltering those in need.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:41:50 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1014/The-backlash-against-livestreaming-an-execution?icid=rssef627d8e66c123ddc24df301b55fa68bThe reported doubts in the White House about a Pentagon plan to air an execution of an ex-soldier hint at a long and moral history of moving away from such public spectacles.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:12:47 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1013/Europe-s-intrinsic-strengths-in-innovation?icid=rsscd602feec310d3817d71fa97ed5ba0deMore than half of the top 25 countries in a world index on innovation are in Europe. A few big factors: social and institutional trust, collaborative research, and policy consistency.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:34:45 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1009/Dignity-defined-in-a-Nobel-Peace-Prize?icid=rss0cf137a4af70372450e9930c794b65abThis year’s award went to a South African jurist who not only reshaped international law but also says her inspiration came from survivors of atrocities who never gave up their dignity.Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:06:06 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1008/Blue-skies-for-blue-collar-work?icid=rssf1a7387ba33802af8fca6d8377a9a545A stigma that holds back young people from choosing skilled trades may be melting as more countries appreciate what’s needed for crafts in today’s economy.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:18:45 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1007/Global-tipping-point-in-a-shipping-choke-point?icid=rss120597e0cabcd1dcd2dfcde8269236a4A number of countries that back “innocent passage" for commercial ships have joined a war in Yemen over control of a vital strait between Asia and Europe.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:43:11 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1006/How-Africa-rebuts-online-lies-to-protect-democracy?icid=rssa13e08d356377e635e281230d00f4820Attempts by Russia and others to sow political and ethnic discord are countered by religious leaders, the press, and government – all holding truth aloft. Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:51:30 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1005/Israel-a-Jewish-and-democratic-state-maintains-Arab-citizens-representation?icid=rssbbdec9b7f13010f87f015e039a556cd3Just before a big election, the top court annuls a ban on two Israeli Arab parties. Even under overwhelming majority rule, democracies protect minorities' civic participation.Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:49:56 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1002/One-of-Ukraine-s-winning-principles?icid=rssb32c3699522e36a880fc69b452ccdbf1Russia’s expanding attacks on innocent Ukrainians not only show desperation, they draw greater international support for Ukraine as it upholds the rules of war.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:54:42 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/1001/Morocco-welcomes-women-in-leadership?icid=rssac04e7c4386c6db874e27d12e6d7cf55The North African nation names its first woman prime minister. Supported by Islamic scholars, new views of women’s worth are taking hold across the Arab world.Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:02:26 EDTMonitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0930/When-students-rise-up-integrity-might-prevail?icid=rssf68857d38736e61a563b93f4b7745496Waves of youth-led protests worldwide offer a chance to reverse the democratic decline. The latest example: Serbia’s leader was forced to call a snap election after massive demonstrations.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:37:57 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0929/Innovation-s-secret-sauce-Less-fear-more-forgiveness?icid=rss917b17bf4c43891a7ed9f86c1f987141This week saw two massive moments in space and in underground engineering, showing that Americans not only still think big but also recover from failures well.Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:52:24 EDTby the Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0928/The-Swiss-take-a-stand-on-neutrality?icid=rss704a4b11b68bc75a1eb19eb2c7a8186cVoters overwhelmingly reject a strict neutrality in the face of foreign threats in Europe, testing Switzerland’s ability to be a peacemaking arbiter.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:44:07 EDTThe Monitor's Editorial Board