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In the middle -- and seeking an identityEastern Europe has been free to choose its own destiny for only a quarter century. Little wonder that it is wary of the big powers on either side.
The Monitor's ViewCanada's moment to right past wrongsA government report accuses Canada of past 'cultural genocide' for the forced assimilation of native people. Like other democracies with a history of abusing indigenous or minority people, Canada can set a model for reconciliation.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveReconciliation is possible
A Christian Science perspective: A response to the Monitor’s View on ‘German lessons for an Asia riven by history’
The Monitor's ViewA 'rape glut' on TV: How viewers can respondRecent graphic rape scenes on shows like ‘Game of Thrones’ have stirred viewer outrage. There are ways to change Hollywood's script about rape.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod is good to all
A Christian Science perspective: Does God love everyone?
The Monitor's ViewIn war on IS, solutions may be everywhereIraq issues this moral challenge to countries that fail to stop Muslims from joining Islamic State: You must do more because of your neglect of radicalization at home and of IS recruitment.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveRise above political polarization
A Christian Science perspective: A response to the Monitor editorial ‘Take fearmongering out of US politics’
The Monitor's ViewParis helps unlock true loveLike other cities, Paris tries to end a craze by devoted couples to put 'love locks' on bridges and other structures. But the city also suggests other public, collective – even nonmaterial – ways to express the eternal bonds of affection.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo impunity for cyber harassment
A Christian Science perspective: A response to trolling and cyberbullying.
The Monitor's ViewA court ruling for headscarf libertyThe Supreme Court’s decision that an employer cannot discriminate against the Muslim practice of wearing a hijab will add to the accommodation of religious practices, especially among minority faiths.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePatience and the next step
A Christian Science perspective: How patient – and prayerful – waiting is a vehicle for progress in our lives.
Making social media more socialThe Internet allows everyone to be a publisher. But just beyond your first "Hello, world" you'll encounter a world of reaction -- sometimes fun, often cruel.
The Monitor's ViewHow US probe of FIFA bends global normsWorld reaction to the US indictments of world soccer officials shows the prosecution of bribery across borders can challenge global assumptions about corruption.
Global NewsstandRamadi's fall, why Iraq needs to unify, Malaysia tough on migrants, hopes for better Korean relations, US raid of SyriaThis week's round-up of global commentary for the June 1, 2015, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: women's colleges, children learn from each other, life sentence for Boston bomberLetters to the editor for the June 1, 2015, weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveValuing a higher concept of man
A Christian Science perspective: It's natural to live in accord with a better standard of behavior.
The Monitor's ViewHelping North Koreans ‘live in truth’With a renewed focus on human rights in North Korea, the US, Japan, and South Korea can help expose the lies of the Kim regime, adding pressure to end its nuclear program.
What motivates barrier breakers?The young men and women who go through the US military's Ranger School aren't motivated by fame or fortune. They are motivated by values and causes that can't be publicized or monetized.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveI forgive you
A Christian Science perspective: These three powerful words lay the groundwork for healing.
The Monitor's ViewWorld soccer’s moment for reformUS indictments of FIFA officials is a welcome move to clean up the world’s most popular sport. Every dominant sports organization needs better integrity checks against a desire to make money over the need for fair and clean regulation of sport.
