All The Monitor's View
Beyond politics of identityThe diversity of candidates grows with each U.S. election, prompting office seekers and voters to see through gender and ethnicity to universal qualities.
The sound of silent givingGenerous donors who prefer anonymity may have many motives, such as humility. One study finds unobserved altruism can increase giving.
Historic grievances, new friendsFrance and Madagascar collaborate to heal colonial-era wounds through contrition and forgiveness.
Roots of Mexico鈥檚 confidence against crimeA new president鈥檚 tactics to curb violent cartels reflects the country鈥檚 past progress as a democracy against nonelected threats.
The kindly calm after a stormLike many natural disasters, hurricanes often push communities to respond with a climate of trust and compassion.
The force of contrition this Oct. 7A year of conflict in the Middle East 鈥� and beyond 鈥� has led many to reflect on their roles in causing friction and on ways to end it.
Vibrant times for children鈥檚 rhymesA British survey measures youthful joy in verse, establishing a basis for happiness that lasts a lifetime.
Forgiveness in time of warDespite its struggle with Russia, Ukraine seeks to reconcile with Poland over historical grievances.
Civility鈥檚 art of listeningA vice presidential debate brought out some respectful deliberation and a nudge toward civility by the journalist moderators.
Winning elections with voices of truthOne of Europe鈥檚 smaller nations finds it can counter a Russian-led "firehose of falsehoods."
Democracy鈥檚 tail winds in LebanonSetbacks for Hezbollah open a door for the aspirations of young Lebanese to be governed by nonsectarian, elected leaders.
Equality as 鈥榖irthright鈥� in MyanmarMilitary rule is eroding in the Southeast Asian state because pro-democracy women have claimed equality for themselves.
Mercy鈥檚 role against human smugglingWhen a criminal transporter of migrants confesses and asks for forgiveness, it opens a new solution for global migration.
Avoiding war by truth-tellingThe Philippines arms itself against China鈥檚 aggression by exposing violent incidents at sea by Chinese vessels.
Signs of a 鈥楽outh Asian Spring鈥�Sri Lanka鈥檚 election fits a pattern in the region as more voters expect honesty in leaders and equality in their rule.
A Chinese answer to anti-foreigner hateThe killing of a Japanese boy in China evokes strong reaction to Beijing鈥檚 use of anti-Japan propaganda as a tool of control.
Pro athletes as star exemplarsFans see high character as much as sports prowess in sports greats like Caitlin Clark and Shohei Ohtani
Humble pivots to a political centerIn three democracies, opponents are trying to forge alliances. In one, civility and respect are winning.
Reviving the spirit of givingA major report looks at causes for the drop in charitable giving. One remedy: Look at all ways of giving, especially those driven by spiritual thinking.
Venezuela鈥檚 future hangs on factsTelling the truth about an election鈥檚 results may be the opposition鈥檚 best strategy against the regime.
