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Learning to leave no one behindLong may may local color and regional diversity wave. But when it comes to education, local must never mean less than the best.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveYou are loved by God!
A Christian Science perspective: Each of us is valued and valuable.
The Monitor's ViewNot only people are being liberated from Islamic StateAs Iraq retakes its second-largest city, it made a point of raising a flag at Mosul University, which the militants had all but destroyed. Such schools teach the virtues for running modern societies in the Mideast.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGetting past conflicting opinions
A Christian Science perspective: On finding harmony in divine Truth.
The Monitor's ViewPath of patience toward North KoreaTrump will be the fourth US president to deal with a nuclearized North Korea. More sanctions might help, but a regime defector points to the use of patience as more North Koreans are dissenting.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod's image, our image
A Christian Science perspective: Looking beyond the selfie to the image that truly represents what we are.
The Monitor's ViewWhy anti-bribery laws help global businessA 1977 law against foreign corruption was long viewed as putting US firms at a disadvantage overseas. Perhaps its success in helping profits might convince President Trump to keep the law and enforce it.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOur shared family name
A Christian Science perspective: Healing ideas on what it means to be part of the family of man.
The Monitor's ViewEurope’s anchor for identity in rough seasAs it prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary, the European Union faces internal and external threats. Its fallback for unity: a shared cultural identity.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveProgress – it’s natural!
A Christian Science perspective: God’s goodness can’t be limited or obstructed.
The Monitor's ViewThe power in welcoming alternative viewsPresident Trump’s first official trip was to the CIA, an agency trained to encourage dissent about intelligence information but one that must also ‘face hard truths’ about itself.
Readers RespondReaders write: Environmental effects, believing reportsLetters to the editor for the Jan. 23, 2017 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandStreep’s speech is only the beginning, The reimagining of education in East Africa, Putin’s dilemma, Parliament: a fading force?, China’s Taiwan conundrumA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 23, 2017 weekly magazine.
After populism's bold promiseThe politicians who have ridden today's wave of populist discontent to power now enter the next, more difficult chapter: governing
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAchieving real success
A Christian Science perspective: On overcoming limitations to right activity.
The Monitor's ViewWhat defines victory for Iraq in MosulAs Iraqi forces end Islamic State’s hold in the country’s second-largest city, politicians are racing to avoid the old mistake of continuing Shiite-Sunni divisions. Political reconciliation is the best weapon against terrorist groups.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAssured of God's government
A Christian Science perspective: We can know and trust that God is the only power in control.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica’s object lesson in democracyA postelection crisis in Gambia has stirred the country’s neighbors to intervene, sign of a stronger commitment to democracy in Africa.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveTo love yourself
A Christian Science perspective: Yielding to God’s love shows us what we really are.
The Monitor's ViewBreaking the fall of trust in institutionsA global survey shows a sharp decline of trust in government, business, and other institutions. Rebuilding trust starts with qualities that lessen the fear of rapid change or end corrupt practices.
