All The Monitor's View
India鈥檚 new champion of civic equalityAfter a rise in Hindu nationalism and suppression of minority rights, a new Supreme Court justice may ensure all individuals are protected by the constitution.
The sheriff of the new WestThe European Union鈥檚 strongest moral response to the Ukraine war came from its eastern members who more strongly see Western values at stake. One country stands out: the Czech Republic.
A light of lawfulness in Latin AmericaThe U.S. targets Paraguay for corruption, yet it may be grassroots efforts at affirming accountability that make the biggest difference.
In Iran鈥檚 protests, a hidden message made clearThe largely leaderless protests may have found a temporary leader in a popular Sunni cleric who called for a referendum based on equal rights.
Alternate atmospherics at this year鈥檚 climate confabFrustration over slow progress on carbon goals has led many thinkers to offer new mental frameworks about the global challenge.
Patient coaxing of peace in EthiopiaAn agreement between the government and Tigray rebels creates an opening for a national identity based on common values more than ethnic divisions.
Energy adversity as Europe's opportunityThe European Union鈥檚 ideals help unite its members to work together in the face of Russia鈥檚 gas cutoff.
Art as liberation in IranProtesters are inspired by the works of recording artists to contemplate a different reality.
Integrity in Brazil鈥檚 voteA presidential election illustrates that credible democratic institutions diminish violence and withstand disinformation.
India eyes a model of civic equalityBritain鈥檚 new prime minister, Rishi Sunak, was selected for his qualities and ideals, not his Indian and Hindu background. That has sparked wonder in India.
The world鈥檚 go-getters for rule of lawA global survey finds most of the countries that are improving their rule of law are near Russia. They can鈥檛 learn fast enough.
North Koreans embrace truth over consequencesThe regime鈥檚 sudden military prowess may reflect a need to keep the loyalty of a people hungry for truthful news and foreign entertainment.
More than peace on the table in Ethiopian talksFirst direct talks between the government and Tigray rebels could mark affirmation of humanitarian norms.
Toward a deliberative ChinaA consolidation of power under Xi Jinping puts a focus on a political faction that prefers humble listening of public grievances.
Chile鈥檚 search for harmony in the middleVoter rejection of a proposed new constitution has encouraged political rivals to seek unity over political division.
The very model of a modern major economyWhile China hides economic data, Taiwan shines in openness by, among other acts of democratic values, releasing accurate and timely information.
A nod to norms on protecting the innocentA groundbreaking verdict against a French company for aiding terrorists fits a wider trend reaffirming law protecting civilians.
California鈥檚 wrinkled brow at sports gamblingVoters have doubts about ballot measures in November to legalize sports betting. One reason may be how lotteries may have changed concepts on the role of luck in success and wealth.
The force of peaceful tacticsIn their struggles for democracy, activists in Sudan and Venezuela show that a commitment to nonviolence can nudge brutal regimes toward peace talks.
From China to Iran, shoutouts for freedomAutocrats who forcibly define what鈥檚 good for the people are seeing protesters demanding civic liberties to decide how they鈥檙e governed.
