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A place where freedom is a promise, and a puzzleFlorida proudly proclaims itself the freest state. It’s a place where the pursuit of happiness is as complex as the people who seek it.
The Monitor's ViewHaiti’s start for real securityInitial success against gangs by foreign forces only opens a door for both the people and an interim government to achieve the "greater good.”- A Christian Science PerspectiveInnocence outshines evilUnderstanding that innocency is innate to everyone empowers us to witness, and help others witness, the safety that God provides us all.
The Monitor's ViewIn the Americas, integrity on the benchLatin America’s general reaction to Venezuela’s rigged election indicates a shift in favor of judicial independence.- A Christian Science PerspectiveAwakening to goodWhen we open our hearts to God’s ever-present goodness, peace replaces anxiety, and solutions come to light.
The Monitor's ViewA familylike equality in BangladeshA spirit of inclusiveness is made real in a South Asian nation soon after a dictator’s ouster.- A Christian Science PerspectiveWatered flowerAs God’s children, entirely spiritual, we’re created to thrive, as this poem conveys.
The Monitor's ViewAttitudes shift for Arab womenMore jobs for women in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait herald a deeper change in views of gender equality both at home and in the workplace.- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat to do when you don’t know what to doIf it seems we’re at a crossroads of uncertainty about how to move forward, prayerfully opening our hearts to divine inspiration is a powerful starting point for peace of mind and next steps.
Helping kids find a balance with smartphone useSmartphones are ubiquitous for modern teens. Parents, including this reporter, are wrestling with how to best help kids create healthy relationships with their devices and each other.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine’s spiritual care for soldiersOne answer to Russia’s assault on religions in Ukraine is an expanding corps of military chaplains who prove care and solace to fighters on the front lines.- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhen we’re looking for a jobAs we understand that God provides for us, we find good opportunities to express our talents and abilities.
The Monitor's ViewClean forestry as a social yardstickA court halts illegal logging in Argentina, citing alleged corruption – and the need for integrity in governance.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe ‘only true solution’ to our financial needsLike Jesus, we can turn to ever-present divine Love to provide for us.
The Monitor's ViewSolar-powered peace in AsiaLinking solar energy across the region adds to other climate-friendly projects designed to cool the passions of nationalism.
Michelle Obama raised a big tent – and brought down the house – at the DNCMichelle Obama electrified the Democratic National Convention with a speech that went beyond the “Yes, we can!” of yesteryear, our cultural commentator writes.- A Christian Science PerspectiveHow we can pray about warThough large-scale conflicts can feel outside the reach of divine Love, the Bible shows us that Love is ever present – here and everywhere to know and experience tangibly.
The Monitor's ViewEnding a war by embracing innocenceIn Sudan, agreements by armed factions to facilitate humanitarian aid lead to new dialogue on ending a violent conflict.- A Christian Science PerspectiveLife’s promise of continued capabilityRecognizing that God’s children are never doomed to decrepitude frees us from age-related limitations, as a woman experienced after she was faced with knee problems.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine’s marvel of innovationA surprise incursion into Russia again shows other countries how Ukrainians rely more on their mental capabilities than on material solutions.
