All The Monitor's View
A peek into 鈥榖oundless鈥� generosityResults from this year鈥檚 GivingTuesday help broaden concepts about donating time and treasure to others beyond old models.
The new stoic ArgentineA people highly dependent on government show unusual patience as a reformist president drives down inflation and opens up the economy.
South Korea鈥檚 swift rescue of freedomAn unpopular president鈥檚 martial law was no match for a people with an inner strength born of repelling despots and invaders.
A questionable pardon鈥檚 deeper resonanceThe president鈥檚 official mercy toward his son鈥檚 past wrongs has many skeptics. But it parallels a trend in better balancing punishment with compassion.
One gavel, two hands in MinnesotaWith an even split of representatives in the state鈥檚 House, the two parties are preparing for sharing power. Many American voters may wish for such moderation over polarization.
Thanksgiving as forgivingAn official apology to Native Americans 鈥� and a response of forgiveness 鈥� can help create the possibility of a mutual feeling of justice.
Building peace by disrupting liesA West African journalist, contracted to spread disinformation, charts a path out of fear and instability through contrition.
A guardrail holdsAmid the whirl of Cabinet nominations, senators affirm the civic virtues of wisdom and temperance that bolster American democracy.
Of dogs and dinWith a little help from their four-footed friends, communities are countering harsh politics with civic activities that evoke kindness and respect.
A shield from war for IraqUnder threat of being caught up in the Iran-Israel conflict, Iraqis listen to a revered cleric offering advice on the benefits of integrity.
Antidotes to Venezuela鈥檚 election liesAcross Latin America, a popular demand for honesty and equality is compelling leaders to wield truth in defense of democracy.
Schools get real on artificial intelligenceMore educators are adopting the technology 鈥� with care for its potential abuses 鈥� as they catch up with students already using AI.聽
A vote that straddles Sri Lanka鈥檚 dividesParliamentary elections in the South Asian country mark a shift from sectarian politics to respect for individual dignity.
A graceful renewal of Notre-Dame CathedralThe workers who restored the Gothic icon in Paris after a devastating fire celebrate eternal qualities in their skill and artistry. That speaks to real worship.
Look who seeks Ethiopia鈥檚 postwar healingLocal communities start the process of justice and reconciliation two years after one of Africa鈥檚 worst wars.
A ride for freedom in ChinaMasses of young people taking lengthy bike rides at night express both joy and liberty in public spaces. The ruling party wants them to backpedal.
Europe鈥檚 path for a just migrationJudges challenge Italy鈥檚 plan to send asylum-seekers to a third country, another step in the continent's drive to balance compassion and rule of law.
A shield for Gaza鈥檚 innocentThe enclave鈥檚 most respected Islamic scholar challenges Hamas for purposely putting innocent people in harm鈥檚 way. His religious ruling might hasten peace.
The election鈥檚 other messageIn states and counties, a desire for governing by consensus compels more listening to opponents.聽
Voter nostalgia for harmony, balanceExit polls in the U.S. election hint at a strong desire for a balanced economy and civic peace.聽
