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- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhere peace comes from
A Christian Science perspective: How can our prayers bring peace?
The Monitor's ViewUS-China pacts: a leap for universal valuesIn a surprise, China and the US sign four agreements – on climate, trade, military, and visas – that signal a breakthrough in embracing common values. For China, this is a huge change from not accepting the universality of values.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod: the source of our health
A Christian Science perspective: Prayer is a readily available remedy that brings healing.
The Monitor's ViewHow to direct Mexican fury over gang killingsThe gang killings of 43 students sparks outrage over local organized crime and President Peña Nieto’s security policies. Yet at least three cities have set models for how to curb gang violence and increase respect for rule of law.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDefending our veterans
A Christian Science: Ask what we can do for our veterans.
The Monitor's ViewA model in Detroit's post-bankruptcy planMany private and public institutions had to come together in a shared vision for the city to allow it to emerge so quickly and well from America's largest municipal bankruptcy.
Global NewsstandCanada keeps hope after attacks, Turkey needs to talk with neighbors, Zambia must work with diaspora, Japan's push to increase green energy, and the problems in JerusalemThis week's round-up of commentaries covers Canada's hope after a string of violent attacks, why Turkey should work with its neighbors to combat extremism, what Zambia gains from working with its diasporas, Japan's push to increase renewable energy production, and why Jerusalem is a center for conflict.
Readers RespondReaders Write: Getting an education in the 'real world,' climate change needs solutionsLetters to the Editor for Nov. 3, 2014 weekly magazine:
Martin: It takes years of students testing themselves in the very competitive “real world” before the lure of progressivism is forged into pragmatism.
Cutler: The need for action is urgent. We have only a few years to get effective controls over greenhouse-gas emissions.
What we owe our veterans, and ourselvesNo matter what they face on the battlefield, warriors often find that their toughest fight comes afterwards.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAn end to crying
A Christian Science perspective: How can we eliminate sorrow?
The Monitor's ViewThe best weapon in Obama's war on Islamic StateWaging war on Islamic State ('ISIS') must include reaching those Muslims under its thumb with a message that Islam grants equality among individuals under God, not under a religious leader who uses violence to rule daily life.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveStopping contagion
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The Monitor's ViewObama, GOP can now partner on one project: trade pactsAfter this midterm election, a new Republican-led Congress can start to build trust with President Obama by striking a deal on proposed trade pacts with Asia and Europe. The US needs such bipartisanship to spur growth and shape global values.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe desire for goodness
A Christian Science perspective: A search for good can overcome a desire to drink.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica's test of unity over Ebola crisisIn a mark of progress and unity, the African Union finally sent its first-ever humanitarian mission to help curb Ebola. Then it reacted swiftly to a military takeover in Burkina Faso. The continent must create more cohesion in order to assist itself.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSisters and brothers in Christ
A Christian Science perspective: God is our Father-Mother.
The Monitor's ViewShake, rattle, and voter rolls: The new politics in Europe, USThe recent recession may still be changing politics in Europe and the US, not only on specific issues but on qualities of governance, such as accountability, transparency, and wider participation.
Mayor Tom Menino: A tireless public servant- A Christian Science PerspectiveMaking good choices and decisions
A Christian Science perspective: Spiritual intuition can guide all of our decisions.
The Monitor's ViewWhen central banks try to create optimismIn Japan, Europe and the US, central banks have tried to alter consumer pessimism – that might lead to deflation – by flooding financial markets with money. Can a behavior of hope be 'nudged' in this way?
