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The Monitor's ViewA light for Myanmar's darknessDemocrats still free after a military coup have set up an alternative government, relying on the attraction of liberty and rights more than resistance to a violent regime.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat is social justice?
Racial and other barriers have plagued the world for centuries. But each of us can contribute to resolving remaining social injustice issues, by committing to express more of our God-given compassion, understanding, and unity.
The Monitor's ViewManifold justice for George FloydReactions to the murder verdict of a former Minneapolis police officer reflect a United States digging deeper for all the aspects of justice coming out of this tragedy.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMy protest plans
How can we heal division and injustice, whether race-based or otherwise? A spiritual take on the concept of “protesting” offers a radical starting point.
The Monitor's ViewMilitary chaplains: Their new role as peacemakersThe U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have expanded the purpose of chaplains to be mediators in faith communities.
Honesty, bias, and voter ID lawsThe issue of voter ID laws may seem like just another partisan rift in an increasingly divided America. But on this issue, untruths have clouded ideological debate.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA new view of normal
Is there such a thing as a “normal” that is certain and consistently good? In a word, yes – and we find it in God.
The Monitor's ViewA bellwether on corruption in Latin America?The pandemic may have stalled anti-graft campaigns in the region, but an election in Ecuador shows voters still want integrity in leaders.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod wasn’t in the snowstorm
God doesn’t cause dangerous situations. But when it seems we’re in trouble, God is right there to comfort, heal, and guide us to safety – as a woman experienced when an unexpected snowstorm suddenly arose during a car trip.
The Monitor's ViewAsia’s democracies take a standSouth Korea, Taiwan, and Indonesia condemn the violence in Myanmar while Japan has begun to challenge China’s abuses.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDebilitating foot condition healed
Faced with a problem that made it difficult to stand or walk without pain, a woman found that looking to God, rather than matter, as the source of our health brought permanent healing.
Slavery’s ‘lingering’ effects, reparations, and a hope of reconciliationReparations discussions – and their implementation – are increasing. Our writer hopes they might spark a truth and reconciliation process in the U.S.
The Monitor's ViewWhy a parched Iran may seek peaceClimate change’s effect on the Middle East has already helped push deals between Israel and two Arab states. Will Iran be next?
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhy God is relevant
Sometimes learning about God may be low in a list of pressing priorities (or absent from it altogether). But to know God’s nature and presence is to find the inspiration, love, and healing that meet our everyday needs, as a man experienced when he fell ill and feared for his life.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracy's strength: Eyes on the spiesIn public hearings before Congress, top U.S. intelligence officials not only give their best estimates of threats to the U.S., but also ensure their work is transparent and accountable. That makes dictators uneasy.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePrayer for humility
Opening our hearts to God, we experience more of what it means to reflect “Spirit’s pure goodness / like a ray of the sun’s shine,” as this poem describes it.
The Monitor's ViewBiden’s first steps on Central American migrationThree countries will boost border security against people-smuggling, signaling the Biden administration’s goal of improving rule of law in the region.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThere is always light
Sometimes it can seem that there’s more darkness and chaos than light in the world. But the light of Christ is always here to uplift, heal, and illuminate the path to progress.
The Monitor's ViewDoes a rebirth of democracy lie ahead?One vision from a U.S. government think tank imagines how innovation and scientific progress could pave the way.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePraying for our teenagers
From social pressures to pandemic-related stress to specific incidents such as the ongoing violence in Belfast, it seems the world’s teenagers have a lot to deal with these days. Each of us can play a part in supporting young people through prayer affirming everyone’s inherent grace, stability, and strength as God’s child.
