All Commentary
The Monitor's ViewGermany after the market attack: ‘free, together, and open’Ordinary people in Germany and elsewhere are rejecting the temptation of hate and fear.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe light of Christ at Christmas – and always
A Christian Science perspective: The Christly message of God’s love brings inspiration and joy.
The Monitor's ViewFinding alternatives to solitary confinementBoth the federal government and states are looking at ways to reduce the practice, which a UN agency has called a form of torture.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe quiet gift
A Christian Science perspective: On receiving and sharing God’s gift of the healing, saving Christ.
The Monitor's ViewSyrian-Americans: model immigrants?A study of earlier immigrants from Syria finds them ‘doing very well’ and should ease concerns about recent refugees.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLearning with humble trust in God
A Christian Science perspective: Humility and faith in God open the way for success.
Creating a virtuous cycle"Creative destruction" is normal in a capitalist economy, but it is rarely easy on the individuals, families, and communities affected by it.
Global NewsstandFrance’s National Front: a mainstream party?, A leader departs, Europe’s struggles with populism, Striving for gender equality in the police, Why social media have failed SyriaA roundup of global commentary for the Dec. 19, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Prison program, violence in filmLetters to the editor for the Dec. 19, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA Japan-Russia step toward reconciliationThe two countries agreed on a move toward resolving a territorial dispute by first focusing on a common goal : joint development. If it works, the agreement may be a model for similar disputes in Asia.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveListening for angels
A Christian Science perspective: We can hear God when we quiet materialism.
The Monitor's ViewHow Obama can respond to Russian hackingAs more details emerge about Russian hacking during the 2016 election, the US must be careful about resorting to retaliation. The world needs agreements that lessen the fear of cyberwarfare.
Editor of The Christian Science Monitor to step downMarshall Ingwerson, editor of the 108-year-old news organization, announced he's taking a job as chief executive of The Principia, a nonprofit Christian Science organization that runs a college in Illinois and pre-K-12 school in Missouri.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAlone but not lonely
A Christian Science perspective: Experiencing the joy of Christmas no matter where you are.
The Monitor's ViewA lesson dawns in Philippine drug warPresident Duterte’s support of vigilante killings of anyone suspected of drugs has not only brought demands for due process of law but more attention to the best solution: more concern for the healing of addicts.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveReceiving the healing Christ
A Christian Science perspective: How can we welcome the Christ into our lives?
The Monitor's ViewA new light on a dark problem: North KoreaAs North Korea becomes more dangerous, a fresh approach is needed to end this nuclear threat. Sanctions and threats have yet to work. Perhaps the US can reach the North Korean people with a message of hope.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA gift from the holidays
A Christian Science perspective: On the blessings of God-inspired giving.
The Monitor's ViewTweet less, talk moreReal conversations – in person – are still needed for understanding, especially for world leaders. Donald Trump’s tweets, such as those about China, are no substitute for meaningful dialogue.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA law that can challenge injustice
A Christian Science perspective: In response to the Monitor’s View ‘When rule of law rules the roost.’
