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The Monitor's ViewA ride for freedom in ChinaMasses of young people taking lengthy bike rides at night express both joy and liberty in public spaces. The ruling party wants them to backpedal.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLoving our true self
We’re all innately capable of seeing ourselves the way God, divine Love, created us – which empowers us to love ourselves and our neighbors in ways that heal and bless.
The Monitor's ViewEurope’s path for a just migrationJudges challenge Italy’s plan to send asylum-seekers to a third country, another step in the continent's drive to balance compassion and rule of law.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveParenting with less stress
Leaning on God, the creator and preserver of all, enables parents to care for their children wisely and effectively.
The Monitor's ViewA shield for Gaza’s innocentThe enclave’s most respected Islamic scholar challenges Hamas for purposely putting innocent people in harm’s way. His religious ruling might hasten peace.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHonorable service that glorifies God
As we accept God’s redeeming love, we find freedom from lingering effects of trauma and regret – and a way forward.
The Monitor's ViewThe election’s other messageIn states and counties, a desire for governing by consensus compels more listening to opponents.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOvercoming illusions
Knowing the truth of our spiritual existence enables us to conquer discord.
The Monitor's ViewVoter nostalgia for harmony, balanceExit polls in the U.S. election hint at a strong desire for a balanced economy and civic peace.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA ‘single-eyed’ view
As we come to understand God as the one true Mind, we discover more of our dominion over distractions and our innate ability to focus.
The Monitor's ViewMud boots of empathy in SpainA flood of goodwill from volunteers after a historic rainstorm shows that a society can bond in affection beyond sharp political divisions.
James Madison foresaw the big question worrying voters. What did he say?Many Election 2024 voters say they’re feeling anxious about who wins. How do you protect the rights of the losing side? James Madison has an answer.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAll are winners
In God, this poem conveys, there are no winners and losers – we’re all divinely equipped with the innate grace, strength, and goodness we need to thrive.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracy’s gems in BotswanaA shift in power after 58 years marks a turn toward valuing ordinary citizens as a source of economic diversity and renewal.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe awakening that heals
An openness to the idea that reality isn’t necessarily what it seems to be – is spiritual, not material – brings a spiritual awareness that restores health.
The Monitor's ViewThe delights of US democracyLocal celebrations of the election process help remind Americans of democracy’s resiliency while boosting their well-being.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA redeeming forgiveness
There’s an alternative to letting anger or resentment drive our lives: opening our hearts to God’s love, which redeems and heals.
The Monitor's ViewThe light in CubaAn acute electricity crisis in the island nation may be stirring accountability and transparency.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding the real cause
Seeing God, or good, as the one true cause of everything that really exists brings healing.
The Monitor's ViewCreativity as a small nation’s defenseArmenia, surrounded by bigger countries, tries to make itself indispensable by becoming a Silicon Valley in a precarious region.
