All Commentary
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe power of the golden rule
A Christian Science perspective: Prayerful thoughts on racial rioting in Baltimore.
- Next big thing: protecting an earlier one
Cybersecurity is a growth industry for one big reason: The Internet is the biggest growth industry of our time.
- The Monitor's ViewOrdering up stability for the Mideast
As President Obama works with both theocratic Iran and Arab monarchies, he must help the Middle East agree to a moral order based on respect for the dignity of the nation state.
- Global NewsstandAdressing the global refugee crisis, Kenya's role in Somalia, negotiating with North Korea, Afghanistan and Pakistan unite against terror
A round-up of global commentary for the May 4, 2015 weekly magazine.
- Readers RespondReaders write: An inspiring example of forgiveness, responsible military action
Letters to the editor for the May 4, 2015 weekly magazine
- A Christian Science PerspectivePrayer for Nepal
A Christian Science perspective: How can we prayerfully aid those affected by the earthquake in Nepal?
- The Monitor's ViewExecutive pay, company performance: Always a link?
A proposed federal rule would require companies to compare executive pay to their bottom line. While this transparency might help shareholders, would it track intrinsic motives of those running a company?
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat’s your identity?
A Christian Science perspective: Does a hobby or our occupation define us?
- The Monitor's ViewClean hands for elected judges
A Supreme Court ruling upholds a ban on judicial candidate asking directly for campaign donations in state elections. While such a ban restricts free speech, the constitutional need is for judges to remain principled and impartial.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveBeyond jarring headlines – a reason for hope
A Christian Science perspective: In spite of sensational news reports, tragedy does not define our times.
- The Monitor's ViewFor Baltimore post-riots, a role for clergy
During Monday's riots in Baltimore, more than a dozen clergy members helped end the violence. Police have only begun to work with faith-based institutions, which can also help reform the police.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveIs there a way out of anxieties?
A Christian Science perspective.
- The Monitor's ViewSocial media's big lift after Nepal earthquake
Instant communication through Google, Twitter, and Facebook allowed people in Nepal to help survivors of the earthquake in ways government could not. The Digital Age is turning victimhood into instant neighborhoods.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOvercoming annoyances
A Christian Science perspective: How can we handle frustration prayerfully?
- The Monitor's ViewTake fearmongering out of US politics
As presidential campaigns for the 2016 election start to demonize candidates, a study finds a sharp rise in American voters disliking those in opposing camps. This coarsening of society can end if politics stop relying on 'negative partisanship.'
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe power of forgiveness
A Christian Science perspective: Thoughts on Ricky Jackson’s wrongful incarceration and his forgiveness.
- The Monitor's ViewArmenia's best use of a genocide's anniversary
The dominant church in Armenia has used the 100th anniversary of the 1915-23 genocide to honor the victims in hopes this act of love will liberate Armenians from hatred toward the Turks. The canonization is one sign of both sides inching toward reconciliation.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWorrying about symptoms?
A Christian Science perspective: Consider how to best handle signs of trouble.
- The Monitor's ViewA Moroccan fix to Europe's migrant crisis
Once harshly criticized for its mistreatment of African migrants, Morocco has changed its view and now lays down a well-regulated welcome mat. If Europe did more of the same, fewer migrants would risk dangerous sea journeys with smugglers.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSteps out of intolerance
A Christian Science perspective: What we can do to combat hostility in the world.