Eye on the world: Being peacemakers

In “The real lights of Vegas must shine onThe Christian Science Monitor’sEditorial Boardwrites: “The more a tragedy’s inspiring acts of love and courage are highlighted, the easier it would be for people to influence troubled individuals prone to violence. A cycle of hate or fear must be broken quickly. Within 12 hours of the Las Vegas killings, for example, government officials were expressing public gratitude for the hundreds of volunteers, police, health workers, and others who saved lives and acted without hesitation. Even as officials spoke of collective solutions such as tighter gun laws or better protection for public events, they sought to reinforce the qualities that can counter the evil behind such violence…. As Americans discuss what new measures might prevent another mass shooting, they should recall the traits of character displayed during the night of Oct. 1.”

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