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An end to Trump鈥檚 politics of anger?President Obama credits Trump鈥檚 victory to working-class anger at globalization. But globalization may not be the prime villain, and anger must be replaced by constructive empathy.
Peace pact 2.0 to end Colombia鈥檚 warIn one of the grandest experiments in restorative justice, Colombia has a new peace pact aimed at ending a long war. The key element that was missing: restitution to victims by the war鈥檚 perpetrators.
What Trump鈥檚 win may say about money in politicsClinton lost despite a much bigger campaign war chest, raising doubts about money buying elections. Are voters more savvy in judging well-funded campaigns?
A new take on holiday givingThanksgiving marks the start of the 鈥榞iving season,鈥� but this year a new trend shows how people are seeking to give in more meaningful ways.
Where Trump鈥檚 success is everyone鈥檚 successTo bind the nation, Democrats and Republicans must quickly agree to solve a common problem: rebuilding the nation鈥檚 roads, bridges, and other infrastructure. It would be an easy win-win, setting a healing tone.
President-elect Trump鈥檚 humble requestTo heal the election鈥檚 bitter aftermath, Trump asked for 鈥榞uidance鈥� from his opponents. If he follows through, he could learn from state and local leaders who often practice the qualities needed for bipartisanship.
A glare of honesty on black moneyIndia becomes the latest country to crack down on the 鈥榖lack economy鈥� of criminals and tax cheats by withdrawing its largest currency bills. Corruption cannot thrive if money is traceable.
Either Trump or Clinton 鈥� the winner defies age biasVoters seemed to care little about either candidate鈥檚 age, a welcome shift in attitudes. Studies show many seniors are blowing past 'retirement age' with creativity and energy.
An ancient cure for war-torn SyriaAs the conflict escalates in Aleppo and Raqqa, many Syrians are preparing for peace by rekindling the country鈥檚 legacy as the place that first gave evidence of divine worship and the idea that diverse people can live together.
The moral victory in the battle for MosulHow the Iraqi Army treats the city鈥檚 civilians, both during and after the battle, will determine the country鈥檚 future. Humanitarian law in war can serve a peaceful purpose.
The measure of civic virtues in a lost letterResearchers keep probing for ways to measure civic engagement. Globally, it is alive and well, as the act of helping strangers in need is the most common form of giving back.
Britain's rethink of gamblingA new government asks for a review of gambling, especially betting machines and gambling ads that reach children. It should also look at weaning gamblers off a belief in luck as the road to riches.
A Mideast beachhead for reconciliationLebanon鈥檚 election of a new president not only marks its own attempt to reconcile religious factions but shows how Lebanon can be a model for other Middle East countries caught in religious violence.
Praise for Panama鈥檚 shift to honest businessThe Central American country, once a major haven for tax evaders, has quickly joined the global campaign for transparency between countries in declaring foreign assets. It deserves more gratitude for a swift change of heart.
Africa鈥檚 challenge to universal justiceSouth Africa, Gambia, and Burundi plan to withdraw from the International Criminal Court. While disappointing, their move cannot end the steady progress to establish universal ideals and norms of justice.
The task ahead for the 2016 election winnersThe American political mood is dark and pessimistic just now. This will force those elected in November to listen even more to those they oppose. What they find may surprise them.
Why 10-year-old girls can lift the worldA new UN report highlights how investments in girls at that critical age can do the most for global prosperity. This focus on their potential is a welcome change from simply highlighting their problems.
After this election, Americans can 鈥榳ake up鈥� as oneThanksgiving arrives only days after the end of a divisive 2016 election campaign. The holiday鈥檚 virtues of humility and gratitude must help bring consensus and harmony.聽
When rule of law rules the roostA ranking of countries on their rule of law helps highlight the world's ongoing need for equality in justice. Yet just as important is raising the integrity of prosecutors as well as all citizens.
The new global view of citiesThe latest UN summit on cities revealed a big shift in thinking: Urban areas are seen as less a sea of woes and more a source of solutions for global problems. No wonder more people seek city life.
