All The Monitor's View
The force of contrition this Oct. 7A year of conflict in the Middle East – and beyond – has led many to reflect on their roles in causing friction and on ways to end it.
Vibrant times for children’s 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’s 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’s smaller nations finds it can counter a Russian-led "firehose of falsehoods."
Democracy’s tail winds in LebanonSetbacks for Hezbollah open a door for the aspirations of young Lebanese to be governed by nonsectarian, elected leaders.
Equality as ‘birthright’ in MyanmarMilitary rule is eroding in the Southeast Asian state because pro-democracy women have claimed equality for themselves.
Mercy’s 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’s aggression by exposing violent incidents at sea by Chinese vessels.
Signs of a ‘South Asian Spring’Sri Lanka’s 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’s 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’s future hangs on factsTelling the truth about an election’s results may be the opposition’s best strategy against the regime.
Ukraine’s high ground in RussiaBy welcoming scrutiny of its military incursion into Russia, Ukraine abides by rules of war and wins over world opinion.
The new kids in the huddleGirls are flocking to a variation of American football – “flag,” as it is called – that elevates agility and teamwork. This more inclusive version does away with the physical contact of the traditional game.
Cherishing ‘climate volunteers’After floods in Bangladesh – and just after a democratic renewal – a mass of volunteers sets a model for citizen participation in responding to extreme weather.
Honesty as income in ArgentinaAn amnesty for tax cheats is part of a broad attack on corruption and an attempt to build a culture of integrity.
Where civil debates yield civic resultsWhile presidential debates may suggest otherwise, many state legislatures are most productive when rival lawmakers treat each other as moral equals.
