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Global NewsstandCanada’s frustrating year dealing with the Trump administration, Why the West is culpable for untold suffering in Yemen, The new year calls for a pivot in anti-Islamic State strategy, President Trump’s National Security Strategy is devoid of directionA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 1, 2018-Jan. 8, 2018 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Mosaic nation, intriguing tour, possibilities for every areaLetters to the editor for the Jan. 1, 2018-Jan. 8, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewWhen families flee will the US open its arms?Refugees, a tiny portion of the immigrants who legally enter the US, are in special need of help. Why is the US accepting fewer of them?
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe refuge of spiritual calm
A Christian Science perspective: We can remain calm amid anger, hate, or fear.
The Monitor's ViewIs 2018 the year to defeat 'fake news'?France and Germany are trying restrictive new laws to stamp out fake news and hate speech online. But helping students – and adults – sharpen their own reasoning ability may be a better solution.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMarriage that’s happy and lasting
A Christian Science perspective: We can all realize and express God-given qualities such as love, joy, and selflessness.
The Monitor's ViewWhen cold winds blow Americans give shelterThe Arctic cold spell that has gripped much of the United States has found many people taking extra care to help homeless people find food and shelter. That effort is needed year round.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGetting unstuck
A Christian Science perspective: All of us possess the spiritual strength and dominion to prosper in our work.
The Monitor's ViewIran boils againA new round of protests reaffirms that Iran’s oppressive theocracy is ill-suited to serve the hopes of its people for a better life.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe job will follow
A Christian Science perspective: Letting go of labels unlocks the potential to achieve more.
The Monitor's ViewStates make headway on opioid abuseIn New England overdose deaths appear to be dropping. And nationwide new state laws and programs are beginning to make a difference.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘First on any list’
A Christian Science perspective: Letting love for God and for others motivate us awakens more love in the world and enlightens our daily activities in ways that meet our needs.
The Monitor's ViewWant good news at year’s end? Crime is down – againBad news can shock and stick in thought, but progress needs to be reported too. The steady drop in violent crime is one example.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePractical results from the Lord’s Prayer
A Christian Science perspective: God’s ever-present goodness can be tangibly felt in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewPoland’s anti-democratic driftAs Warsaw cracks down on its independent judiciary the European Union has taken a strong measure to object. The US could provide its own nudge.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWashing away what doesn’t belong
A Christian Science perspective: When we make it a priority to let God’s infinite goodness inspire our thoughts and actions, we more easily see and overcome impure traits.
The Monitor's ViewTwo moves to purify sportsThe ban on Russia for Olympics doping and the conviction of FIFA officials for corruption in World Cup soccer have been needed steps toward reforming two of the world’s biggest sporting events.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA new identity
A Christian Science perspective: Everyone is capable of discovering his or her true identity as the creation of God, good, and experiencing its redeeming influence.
What about a Silicon Valley of politics?Silicon Valley wasn’t really just about technology. It was America’s ideas factory. It was about problem-solving. Technology simply happens to be the most powerful and effective means to that end.
Global NewsstandTrump’s Jerusalem decision deprives US of leverage in peace talks, Trump sheds a presidential mask, Leave no one behind in the global clean energy transition, Rape by Myanmar’s armed forces must be addressed, The West’s hand in the Libyan slave marketA roundup of global commentary for the Dec. 25, 2017 weekly magazine.
