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The Monitor's ViewUrban art as city correctiveNew forms of public art build on the experiences of cities like Philadelphia, where the arts help heal communities and individuals.
The Monitor's ViewTo fix Gaza, a glint of trustIn a region where suspicion runs high, Israel plans to rely on a few trusted Palestinians in Gaza to self-govern.
The Monitor's ViewThe light Navalny left to RussiaHis example, more than his leadership, inspires many Russians to not let fear take over their role in democratic change.
The Monitor's ViewTapping ingenuity in rural farmersTo adapt to climate change, global food agencies listen more to ideas from the two-thirds of the world鈥檚 poor people who work in agriculture.
When the stakes are literally life and deathDisagreements over the death penalty are sharp. A case in Oklahoma reveals just how high the stakes feel to people on all sides of the issue. At heart, they're all grappling with what constitutes justice.
The Monitor's ViewAfrican renewal in artistic expressionAn arts festival in Rwanda reflects a drive among younger Africans to shape a narrative of dignity, purpose, and achievement.
The Monitor's ViewA clear light for Latin AmericaThe country that made the most progress against corruption last year offers up lessons on where honesty in governance begins.
The Monitor's ViewAmid war, civilians鈥� power of innocenceFrom Gaza to Ukraine to Sudan, individuals lay the ground for peace through quiet acts of caring.
The Monitor's ViewElections that spark joyIndonesia鈥檚 highly serious election for a new president also comes with a tradition of festival-like fun. All the better to avoid national divisions.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracy鈥檚 foot soldiers in PakistanIn a surprise election result, youth and women set the tone for governance on honesty, humility, and accountability.
The hidden prison of fines and feesWhen local governments use fees and fines to finance governance, the result can be a financial and criminal vortex that sucks downward the very people trying to rise out of poverty. The solution is a matter of community responsibility.
Readers RespondReaders write: Finding balance 鈥� and facing the pastLetters to the editor from the Feb. 19 Weekly. Readers discussed novel approaches to climate change, Americans鈥� gun rights, and racial justice.
The Monitor's ViewSeeds of compassion in MyanmarThailand鈥檚 plan to provide aid to innocent civilians in its war-torn neighbor opens a door for building trust between foes.
The Monitor's ViewCivic strength in Senegal鈥檚 calmAn election delay has provoked an African nation to renew its democratic norms of dialogue and integrity.
The Monitor's ViewTo cool Earth, Europe warms up trustFarmer protests against unfair climate policies bring a swift change in how leaders listen and deliberate.
The Monitor's ViewCeaseless forgiving in SpainTo quell separatism and other national divisions, a prime minister offers compassion, patience, and grace.
The Monitor's ViewNorthern Ireland鈥檚 peace-defining identitiesWhat two women now leading the province say about healing the past to build a future for all.
The Monitor's ViewReviving Somalia鈥檚 peaceful pastA project to preserve the country鈥檚 oral history amplifies a renewal now lifting a society out of collapse.
Embracing a concept of 鈥榡ust enough鈥�For consumers, is it ever possible to balance collective good and individual freedom? Sweden offers an answer with an ethos of not too little, not too much.
The Monitor's ViewSaving Ukraine in Hotel AmigoEuropean leaders relied on both good faith and tough love to convince Hungary not to block $54 billion in aid for Ukraine.