All Commentary
- A Christian Science PerspectiveBig questions, practical answers
A Christian Science perspective: Is the meaning of life a question to be ignored?
The Monitor's ViewUS role in ending a Central American warGangs are so big in El Salvador that the region is in a virtual war that has spillover effects in the US. The solution lies in keeping young people out of the gangs.
The power, and peril, of networksThe bigger and more inclusive a network grows, the more valuable -- and vulnerable -- it becomes. Which is why networkers must connect with care.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCybertheft: Not beyond prayer
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual response to cybercrime and security.
The Monitor's ViewWhy US can’t ignore Colorado’s pot ‘experiment’Evidence keeps rolling in that the Rocky Mountain state’s marijuana legalization, in clear violation of federal drug laws, has negative spillovers. If federal officials won’t act, other states should take heed of legal weed.
Global NewsstandIran isn't ready to reform; diplomacy in the Middle East; sanctions in N. Korea; low oil prices; Canada's war on drugsA roundup of global commentary for the Feb. 1, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Trump's appeal; children and dogs; the Monitor's purposeLetters to the editor for the Feb. 1, 2016, weekly magazine
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAngels in a storm
A Christian Science perspective: Prayers for safety in stormy weather.
The Monitor's ViewThe year of living more honestlyA global ranking of countries on corruption finds more are improving. Are people more demanding of honest governance? If so, they are taking different paths.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA Muslim and a Christian in a taxi
A Christian Science perspective: No points of contention. Only love.
The Monitor's ViewA calm lesson for the Zika scare from the Ebola crisisThe 2014-15 Ebola outbreak taught health workers some lessons that can be used to stem Zika. First lesson: Fear of an epidemic should not be allowed to create an epidemic of fear.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding economic stability
A Christian Science perspective: A clear perception of God sheds light on economic volatility.
The Monitor's ViewAnother model of Christian-Muslim harmony?Talks to reunify the Mediterranean island of Cyprus are looking up, perhaps adding a new voice to others in the region that Muslim-Christian coexistence is possible. That’s a key tool against Islamic State.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding refuge and rest in God
A Christian Science perspective: How can we find more than merely temporary relief from stress and anxiety?
The Monitor's ViewWhy even the Super Bowl needs a gambling shieldAs online gambling rises, UN and Olympic officials rush to prevent match-fixing by betting syndicates. Athletes who are clean deserve better protection from the corruption of gamblers.
A race that's about to get realEvery election year, a lot of American voters want to shake things up. The quadrennial question is whether "a lot" can carry the day.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveConfidence in our God-given ability
A Christian Science perspective: What is the source of our intelligence and ability?
The Monitor's ViewThe right campaign debate on how to fix ‘Wall Street’Presidential candidates rail against the financial industry, but the best reform may be happening with moves by big firms toward ‘patient capitalism.’
Global NewsstandChina's consumption economy; get used to low oil prices; sexual violence in Germany; pacifist Japan as diplomatic leader; fear and politicsA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 25, 2016, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: FIFA reform is essential; migrant workers; 'demand' for cheap goodsLetters to the editor for the Jan. 25, 2016 weekly magazine.
