Story Hinckley
The Christian Science Monitor
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Post-truth politics: As Trump pushes ‘fraud,’ partisans pick their own reality
The Trump campaign’s many lawsuits have virtually all collapsed. When Americans can’t agree on the truth, what does that mean for democracy? → Read More
‘This is a good news story’: Voters turn out early in historic numbers
More than 79 million Americans have voted early in the 2020 presidential election, shattering previous records. → Read More
In Midwest, Trump’s ‘law and order’ message wins some, loses others
Trump’s call for ‘law and order’ isn’t helping him in Wisconsin and Minnesota → Read More
Replacing RBG: In looming Senate battle, both sides race to the brink
Election year appointments and court packing are within constitutional bounds. The problem, in the battle to replace RBG, is escalating brinkmanship. → Read More
For some seniors, virus is shifting their views of Trump
President Trump’s approval rating has fallen among older Americans. Even a small shift among these voters could pose a threat to his reelection. → Read More
Why ‘Women win’ isn’t enough for many Iowa voters
Women Democratic presidential candidates have to battle the idea that only a man could win. But is that true? → Read More
Rep. Rashida Tlaib, Israel, and what her district wants
Rep. Rashida Talib rejects West Bank visit due to Israeli conditions. Does her Detroit district care about pro-Palestinian activism? → Read More
Pioneering spirit: How one school helps Latino students tackle AP tests
An increase in Latino teens taking and passing Advanced Placement tests is drawing attention to the schools seeing success. At one in Texas, the focus on self-cultivation could offer a model for educators elsewhere. → Read More
Millet anyone? Facing soil crisis, US farmers look beyond corn and soybeans
Few Americans think much about where their food comes from, let alone the dirt it grows in. But in the US Midwest and Plains some farmers are looking to the soil to improve their crops and protect the environment. → Read More
From tree spotters to beach brigades: a golden age of citizen science
The push to find productive outlets for political dissatisfaction has spread to the environmentally inclined. Frustrated by the politicization of environmental policy, citizen scientists are taking action. → Read More
National testing: What does it mean for a student to be 'proficient'?
The 2017 NAEP scores were released this week, and with them came more analysis about the state of US education. Some critics suggest that more needs to be done to dispel the idea that 'proficient' means 'on grade level'. → Read More
Teens take the national stage, armed with ... civics lessons?
Florida leads the way in civics education, thanks to a realization that its citizens were inadequately informed. Other states are considering changes as well, at a time when student involvement in current events is on the rise. → Read More
Museums woo a new generation with 'Instagram worthy' art
Curators are increasingly crafting exhibits with selfie-seeking Millennials in mind. In L.A., a hotbed for the trend on the West Cost, installation shows sell out in minutes. → Read More
In Golden State's solar boom, a tale of 'two Californias'
California has been a leader in embracing solar power, but the benefits are going disproportionately to wealthy homeowners, say critics. → Read More
In L.A., resources grow for homeless community college students
Innovative ideas – from food pantries on campus to the first homeless shelter for college students – are on the rise in Los Angeles. Those involved with higher ed say they have a moral duty to meet the basic needs of learners so they can succeed. → Read More
How France became a global leader in curbing food waste
France isn't an obvious frontrunner in food recovery, but new legislation has helped catapult the nation to the top of the 2017 Food Sustainability Index. → Read More
Why Americans are using a lot less water
The average American has cut daily use by 6 gallons. Efficiencies in states like California and Texas – which are experiencing droughts – can serve as models for other states to reduce consumption. → Read More
Can competing schools of elephant conservation find common ground?
Some elephant conservationists are calling for a total ban on ivory, while others argue that a regulated market would better protect the animals. Can the two sides cooperate? → Read More
In Boston, fight to end homelessness moves from street corner to classroom
The number of homeless students in the city has risen sharply since 2009. Partnerships are increasing the opportunities to identify and support struggling families. → Read More
Support for teachers: One-on-one online mentoring fills a niche
In the face of teacher shortages, the search for ways to keep those already in the profession on track and supporting students has become more urgent. One solution gaining more traction: teachers helping each other online. → Read More