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The Monitor's ViewUnlearning corruption, the Indonesian wayMass protests this week by young people to save an anti-corruption agency show one of the world鈥檚 most corrupt nations may be seeing a big change in public attitudes.
The Monitor's ViewUnimpeachable values for an impeachmentThe House speaker laid out a baseline of ideals to judge any wrongdoing by the president. That鈥檚 a start for Americans to reach a consensus on the virtues at stake.
The Monitor's ViewNeighborly nudges between nationsA Latin American group鈥檚 effort to penalize the Venezuelan regime is the latest example of regional bodies trying to fix an errant country in their neighborhood.
The Monitor's ViewIsraeli Arabs make plain Israel鈥檚 identityOnce apathetic voters, their high turnout in an election and endorsement of a Zionist to form a government reveal a faith in a democracy with equality for all.
Readers RespondReaders write: Opioid abuse justice, kindness for refugees, and moreIn this week鈥檚 letters, readers share their thoughts on the opioid crisis and comment on the need for good news.
The Monitor's ViewWhy youth are leading climate strikesThe Sept. 20 protests over global heating reflect a rise in youth-led activism and the particular perspectives of young people, starting with their innocence.
The Monitor's ViewTrudeau鈥檚 ultimate test in making apologiesAfter apologizing often for official misdeeds of past governments, the prime minister faces voters over a racist-tinged misdeed and their judgment on his contrition.
The recipe for changeNone of the problems facing the world are unsolvable. A program supported by Melinda Gates is transforming a society鈥檚 view of women in Senegal.
The Monitor's ViewWhy global health emergencies first need a dose of trustA new world body set up to track preparedness for pandemics finds a key missing piece is trust in basic institutions. One cure: more community engagement.
The Monitor's ViewThe 'cry' in El Salvador to clean houseA new president with an anti-corruption mandate starts to set up an international investigative body that might help curb violence and reduce emigration.
Protecting people, protecting natureWestern environmentalism has been built on the concept that humans and conservation are incompatible.聽But聽malama 鈥榓ina聽offers a different perspective.
The Monitor's ViewPatience as a tool of statecraftAt least one world leader, Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia, sees the virtue of asking for patience to solve such problems as ethnic violence.
Readers RespondReaders write: Prairie community, the real Baltimore, and companies and profitMark Sappenfield's column inspired one reader to think about the value of community; another reader shared their appreciation for a cover story.
The Monitor's ViewElections that shape identity, not just shift powerCivic unity keeps rising in two Arab democracies, Iraq and Tunisia, that only recently were riven by religious divides. Just look at Tunisia鈥檚 presidential election with 26 candidates.
The Monitor's ViewMood lift for climate actionA report from a prestigious group looks at ways that adaptation to global warming can counter hopelessness about slow progress in preventing warming.
The Monitor's ViewA continental model for gender parityTwo of Europe鈥檚 most powerful executive bodies are slated to be run by women, a result of a more inclusive view of every person鈥檚 capabilities.
The Monitor's ViewWhy curbs on youth vaping can succeedThe latest U.S. campaign on teen use of e-cigarettes is an example of global efforts to safeguard the innocence of children.
The Monitor's ViewThe Afghan way to a deal with the TalibanPresident Trump鈥檚 scuttled talks with the militant group can now lead to a focus on an election that will further show the source of power in Afghanistan.
Readers RespondReaders write: Defining racism, and political dog whistlesReaders shared their views on racism in politics and how they view the term 鈥渄og whistles鈥� as it鈥檚 applied in politics.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica rises for immigrant rightsIn a surprising grassroots unity, much of Africa decried the violence against immigrants in South Africa. This unity may reflect a continent finding shared values and purpose.