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Editorial: At a moment of the year associated with renewal and new birth, reflection on inspiring acts of solidarity and courage can point the way to a better future

‘Faced with human catastrophe on such a scale, there is a temptation to turn away or inwards in despair or resignation.’ Photograph: Gregorio Borgia/AP View image in fullscreen ‘Faced with human catastrophe on such a scale, there is a temptation to turn away or inwards in despair or resignation.’ Photograph: Gregorio Borgia/AP Opinion Society This article is more than 1 year old The Guardian view on the tenacity of hope: a necessary virtue in troubled times This article is more than 1 year old Editorial At a moment of the year associated with renewal and new birth, reflection on inspiring acts

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