All Commentary
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHuman and divine justice
A Christian Science perspective: How one imprisoned young man overcame crime.
- Global NewsstandChina-India ties, opportunity in the 'Asia pivot,' South Korea's balancing act, young Japanese farmers, GMOs in China
This week's round-up of global commentary includes strengthening ties between China and India, Taiwan's opportunity in the 'Asia pivot,' how South Korea balances China and the US, a call to invest in young farmers in Japan, and addressing concerns about GMOs in China.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePure affection
A Christian Science perspective: Divine Love is the source of all pure affection.
- The Monitor's ViewUkraine ceasefires: Why the mediators matter
The latest attempt at a Ukraine ceasefire was mediated by the EU's top leaders. The first one was mediated by the 57-nation OSCE. These supranational bodies are a good answer to Russia's super-nationalism
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLoving one’s enemies
A Christian Science perspective: Commentary on Liu Xiaobo’s letter about having no enemies.
- The Monitor's ViewFinding 'the next big thing'
As productivity slows, experts ask if an era of innovation is over. Has the digital revolution lost its juice? Optimists say invention only drives more invention.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLearning God’s love through loving
A Christian Science perspective: Uplifting thoughts in preparation for Valentine’s Day.
- The Monitor's ViewIn India, a clean sweep for honest governance
An anticorruption party's big election victory in India's capital may reflect a popular mood in many of the world's fast-growing cities: Urban poor seek honesty in officials.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSeeing the spiritual view
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual, true view of life reveals a complete picture.
- The Monitor's ViewNigeria's ballots vs. Boko Haram's bullets
A delay of the Nigerian presidential election is unfortunate but perhaps necessary to ensure a credible vote. An improved democracy is the best weapon against terrorists.
- The Monitor's ViewLearning to talk to enemies
From Russia to Iran to Cuba, the US or its allies have engaged morally suspect regimes that are prone to abuse diplomatic negotiations. Any talks with adversaries must have a good prospect of success to be justified.
- Feeding a cycle of virtue
Smart, sensitive policing is crucial in fighting crime and building healthy communities. And healthy communities build healthier ones.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOur common humanity
A Christian Science perspective: A response to how police departments have changed in the wake of the Ferguson, Mo., shooting.
- Global NewsstandYemen's youth movement, King Abdullah's legacy, the call for anti-Semitism laws, Russia's defense of rogue states, human rights in Sudan
This week's round-up of global commentary includes the power of Yemen's youth, a tribute to Saudi Arabia's late king, the need to protect Jews in Europe, Russia's questionable partnering with Iran, and human rights violations in Sudan.
- Readers RespondReaders Write: Little help for China’s churches, the Net needs fast lanes
Letters to the Editor for Feb. 9, 2015 weekly magazine
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAn ally for every nation
A Christian Science perspective: Finding a dependable ally.
- The Monitor's ViewThe very model of a modern Arab democracy
Tunisia's newly formed elected government includes both Islamist and anti-Islamist parties. With much of the Arab world in turmoil, this model of tolerant pluralism needs to be the region's lodestar.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDon’t let negativity in – cherish good!
A Christian Science perspective: Learn the value and power of good.
- The Monitor's ViewA new king's duty to young Saudis
With a new monarch, Saudi Arabia must set a better example in reforms that appeal to disaffected young Muslims who may seek a purpose by fighting for Islamic State.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHow to see yourself
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual view brings physical health.