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Readers RespondReaders write: Examination of Islamist moderates, cartoon cuts, protecting the Amazon, and sustainability of farmsLetters to the editor for the Nov. 5, 2018 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandUS-Russia relationship recalls cold war, Proof means little in Warren and Khashoggi affairs, Iran’s blacklisting adds to US sanctions stress, Saudi Arabia could stabilize Arab world, Moon administration tried to ease North Korea sanctions too earlyA roundup of global commentary for the Nov. 5, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA record in ‘diversity’ of candidatesThe field in the 2018 elections shows progress in backgrounds of candidates but at least one contest for Congress shows that diversity can mean more than race or gender.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSafety and stability in a storm
When the weather suddenly changed for the worse during a road trip, today’s contributor prayed to understand that God’s protecting love and care were right at hand.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe pressure we want
Today’s contributor writes about a different kind of pressure, stemming from the desire to share God’s love, which gives rest to our souls, confidence for our tasks, and joy to face each day.
The Monitor's ViewPeace waves in East AfricaThe ‘love can win’ diplomacy of Ethiopia’s new leader has brought startling results in the region, notably in the reunion of South Sudan’s top two rivals.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveQuelling anger, finding common ground
At a time when “common ground” and “politics” too often seem mutually exclusive, there are sparks of hope (see today’s Monitor Daily article on this topic). Today’s column explores a spiritual basis for unity, civility, and progress in the political arena.
The Monitor's ViewOman’s guiding hand in a churning MideastA region so in flux needs an honest broker like tiny Oman that can listen and mediate with selfless interest.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGo beyond party lines – be a healer!
Even the smallest conversation among people with differing political viewpoints can provide an opportunity for God’s love for all of us to shine through.
The Monitor's ViewDisarming terrorists like the Pittsburgh shooter before they actA decade of efforts to guide terrorists or would-be terrorists away from violence is showing some success, if the approach is based on offering a good alternative.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA prayer for Pittsburgh
“Let all that now divides us remove and pass away,” urges the hymn in today’s column, which points to peace and unity, not division and hate, as normal and natural.
The Monitor's ViewA different Mexico as a US partner on migrationThe caravan of migrants from Central America poses less of a threat than an opportunity for US-Mexican cooperation.
Readers RespondReaders write: Thoughts on new Heart of the News sectionLetters to the editor for the Oct. 29, 2018 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandSaudi investments influence reactions to Khashoggi affair, Climate change brings security risks, Countries will have to choose a side in US-China trade war, Israel’s denial of entry to student was unwise, The United States should look to its own democracyA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 29, 2018 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDeep sanity
Today’s column explores how to find spiritual poise, calm, and clarity in the midst of life’s storms.
The Monitor's ViewA better way to view the migrant caravanMissing in the dire depictions of Central American migrants is the steady progress in their countries to deal with a root cause for the exodus.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveRise above political polarization
This contributor found that an understanding of God’s boundless love helps us more clearly hear what others are saying and opens the door to unity and progress.
The Monitor's ViewPolitical violence and its antidotePipe bombs in the US, politicians killed in South Africa, a candidate stabbed in Brazil. Democracies must find answers to political violence. One country, Kenya, is well down that path.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGetting to know our spirituality
At a time when spiritual and moral conversation has declined in the United States (see today’s Monitor Daily article on this topic) and other parts of the world, today’s column explores what it means to be spiritual and the healing effect this can have in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewA soft way to reform global tradeWith China and the US jeopardizing the rulebook for international commerce, a group of 13 ‘middle power’ nations tries to mediate reforms for the global trading agency.
