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The Monitor's ViewA plug for the purpose-driven workerGillette’s recent ad about masculinity reflects a wider corporate desire to stand up for a cause as a way to earn the trust of workers demanding purpose in life.
The Monitor's ViewForgiveness as a peace tool in VenezuelaMass protests may not be enough to bring down an illegitimate regime. Offers of mercy to the military, however, might turn the conscience of soldiers.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveResolving impasses: My way, or God’s way?
Today’s contributor explores the power of God’s light and inspiration to resolve deadlock.
The trap of ‘either/or’When presented with two possibilities, we often make it binary, assuming the two choices are mutually exclusive. But the fact is, the best choices are often “both/and.”
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAh, light!
Today’s contributor shares spiritual ideas that brought the light he needed to understand his life’s purpose.
The Monitor's ViewDousing the fires of corruptionAfter a mass tragedy for gasoline thieves in Mexico, a new president offers a different way to deal with the evil of corruption.
A headline worth a thousand wordsDistilling the essence of a story down to two or three words in 80-point type can be a challenge under any circumstance. When it comes to politics, it takes even more deftness.
Readers RespondReaders write: Valuable college experience and tech opportunitiesLetters to the editor for the Jan. 21, 2019 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandGlobal Newsstand: Thailand should not impede those who are seeking asylum, and moreA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 21, 2019 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFreedom for all – a universal right and a universal truth
In light of Martin Luther King Jr. Day this Monday, today’s contributor reflects on the role of reformers in the world and how their efforts, in order to be truly effective, must be based on the universal truth that freedom is the divine right of everyone.
The Monitor's ViewA bolt of integrity in a big African electionIn a surprise, the African Union intervenes in Congo to ensure a transparent vote count. The bloc could not ignore a rigged election – or the demand of young Africans for accountable governance.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGender balance and power – a spiritual discussion
From a record number of women in US Congress, to the Women’s March, to the #MeToo movement, balance of power is a topic that’s front and center these days. Today’s column is a podcast in which the editor of the Monitor speaks with a Christian Science practitioner and teacher about the impact an understanding of God can have on this subject.
The Monitor's View For Europe, a push against the violence of hateThe Continent can learn from Poland’s reaction to the killing of a mayor and the many ways to counter a rise in hate speech.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDiversity doesn’t have to mean divisiveness
The question of what it means to have a diverse student body looms large in college and university admission offices – particularly in light of the ongoing affirmative action court case involving Harvard University. Today’s contributor shares an elementary school experience that helped her realize there’s a spiritual basis for unity in diversity.
The Monitor's ViewIn Indonesia, honesty has been a good catchA president’s success in tackling one major theft of public resources – illegal fishing – is a model for his campaign against corruption and for a global fight against fish poaching.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWatching for good
Today’s contributor explores the idea that it’s natural to turn to God and expect – and experience – His help in times of need.
The Monitor's ViewJustice served on internet gamblingA legal opinion by the Justice Department reinstates a long-held interpretation of a 1961 law against gambling by electronic means. States moving toward online gaming should take note.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveTaking the path away from suicide
When today’s contributor was on the verge of committing suicide, the idea that we are all designed to express God’s joyful, vibrant nature proved lifesaving.
The Monitor's ViewWhen big nations need a little tête-à-têteFrance’s president, besieged by protests, initiates a national dialogue to gather ideas and form a new ‘contract.’ Has listening become key to political leadership?
One final ‘Top 10’: best of Monitor journalismWe looked through all our work last year and found 10 stories that most embodied the Monitor’s desire to uplift, enlighten, and improve through journalism. And we thought, why not share?
