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- A Christian Science PerspectiveWorking in harmony across political lines
Through prayer we can see how we are God-created to collaborate productively, like an orchestra in concert.
Why the Monitor is focusing on trustAt the beginning of a momentous year, the Monitor is turning its attention to one of the central tenets of democracy and the press: trust.
Readers RespondReaders write: Fighting for land, and progressLetters to the editor from the Jan. 22 Weekly. Readers discussed progress made in 2023, battles for land rights, and resistance to climate-saving policy.
The Monitor's ViewLift for elections with honest observersIndependent watchdogs with expertise in voting standards are proving essential to boost democracies, even in the U.S.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘Who do you work for?’
God is always sustaining us and supplying our needs, as a woman learned when family funds were tight.
The Monitor's ViewIn Chinese homes, gains in equalityA study finds a shift in attitudes about property ownership and caring for children as women achieve digital independence.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCombating compassion fatigue
Learning that our foundation is divine Love, we find there’s no limit to the kindness and generosity we can share in our communities.
The Monitor's ViewWhat young Iraqis have wroughtTheir past protests for integrity in governance have led to anti-corruption reforms and rare stability.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHeredity: Fact or theory?
The spiritual understanding of our heritage in God brings freedom from health problems.
The Monitor's ViewAn open door on the world’s oreAs demand for green metals soars, the mining industry sets higher standards of transparency for itself. The reforms may help better tackle climate change.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAll that really exists
Considering the nature of existence as spiritual, rather than physical, opens the door to healing.
Cannabis loses some of its stigmaThe jury is still out on whether legal pot helps or harms society. But one thing is clear: Perceptions around cannabis use are dramatically changing.
The Monitor's ViewGratitude as a global change agentUkraine’s leader has learned that being grateful for foreign aid helps bring more aid. On other global issues, appreciation of progress has opened windows.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveIs perfection our enemy or our friend?
Looking to God, perfect Love, as the source of limitless good has practical, healing effects.
Readers RespondReaders write: Young people lead the wayLetters to the editor from the Dec. 25 Weekly. Readers discussed the biases behind conflicts and young people’s quests to mitigate climate change.
The Monitor's ViewUseful reckonings in Mideast conflictsCrises in Israel, Gaza, and Lebanon prompt calls for democratic accountability of leaders.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMake my life a prayer
When conflicts feel big and far away, putting our prayers into practice in our own lives gives them wings.
The Monitor's ViewChinese people lift a dark curtainReaction to Taiwan’s election and other steps by citizens in China hint at a hunger for accurate information and accountability.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHumor and healing
Letting the light of joy into our hearts brings to our prayers a greater clarity about God’s healing love for us.
The Monitor's ViewWorth as a measure of equalityCompanies and philanthropies are redefining the metrics of diversity on the strengths and qualities of individuals.
