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The ‘Joplin effect’

By Juliette Kayyem , Globe Columnist

What makes Joplin, Mo., a truly American story is that its transformation is a triumph of local ingenuity, starting with that most democratic of events: a public meeting.

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Europe’s other challenge: immigration

By Juliette Kayyem , Globe columnist

The tumultuous events involving the future of the European Union revolve around economics. But they are also about solidarity. Europe, meet the Arab Spring.

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Urging women to Be All That You Can’t Be

By Juliette Kayyem , Globe Columnist

Until now, President Obama has been relatively quiet on issues of women and combat. This latest evolution is just as welcome as his change of heart on gay marriage.