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Readers RespondReaders Write: Perry is in big trouble; blame over faulty intelligence; schools need to teach subjects for longerLetters to the Editor for September 8, 2014 weekly magazine:
Freidenrich: Gov. Rick Perry in trouble for political bullying.
Bloustein: Americans shrug off faulty intelligence in attempt to rescue James Foley.
Pape: To fix education, schools should students should learn subjects for longer.
Global NewsstandTaiwan's environmental problems, Scottish independence, Islamic world must isolate extremists, Australia's economic disparity, and making New Delhi a livable cityThis week's round-up of commentary covers the environmental problems caused by celebrating holidays in Taiwan, the problems of Scottish independence, the need of the Islamic world to isolate extremists, the economic disparity in Australia, and the need to make Delhi a livable city.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWaiting for more ...
A Christian Science perspective: In the allness of good, which is where we live eternally, there is enough good, abundant good, every moment.
A talent for taming a primal forceThe war on forest fire is just over a century old. It has had heroes, tragedies, and shifting strategies about when and how to send young men and women into harm's way.
The Monitor's ViewSurprises in global perceptions of child abuseA Unicef report, the largest survey ever on violence against children, reveals unexpected attitudes that justify such abuse. Exposing these perceptions is half way to ending – and changing – them.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo one to fear
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewMerkel's leadership style on trial in UkraineAs the West's main negotiator with Russia, the German leader has tried to redefine power in Europe. Yet her patience, restraint, and step-by-step diplomacy are being tested by Putin. Germany must be able to show how the Continent can live in peace.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLean on God
A Christian Science perspective: Reaching out to God in prayer can change everything.
The Monitor's ViewWhen sensational images are a click awayRecent videos of Americans being beheaded and stolen images of nude celebrities call for Internet user to have better discernment on the easy choices in viewing such visuals.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveKeeping thought on God
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewHong Kong's pearl of great priceLong known for its freedoms, Hong Kong faces a plan by China to restrict democracy by limiting candidates in the territory's elections. At the same time, China plans more freedom for its consumers and investors. The Communist Party sits on a contradiction.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe power and peace of true brotherhood
A Christian Science perspective: Can there be a sweeter word than brother?
The Monitor's ViewThe answer to Islamic State: by sword – or word?More than by military attacks, the Islamic State, commonly known as ISIS or ISIL, can be defeated if more Muslims counter its message that faith can come through coerced acts of presumed piety rather than freely chosen spiritual understanding.
The complex world of simplificationLike most issues, the immigration issue in America looks simple. It's worth looking more closely.
Global NewsstandAfrican-American men at risk, activism through social media, linguistic discourse in Pakistan, pressuring Nigerian politicians, Mexico's immigration problemThis week's round-up of commentary covers the risk African-American men face, activism through social media in Indonesia, battling militancy through language diversity in Pakistan, pressuring politicians in Nigeria, and Mexico's immigration problem.
Readers RespondReaders Write: Michael Brown denied due process; California needs to rethink growthLetters to the Editor for September 1, 2014 weekly magazine:
Waddell: Michael Brown was denied due process when shot by police.
Christian: California doesn’t just need to rethink its water management practices, it needs to rethink its growth.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveEbola: a prayerful response
A Christian Science perspective
The Monitor's ViewA real peace for Israel, GazaA cease-fire in the latest war between Israel and Hamas must lead to reconstruction of Gaza, controlled by moderate Palestinians in the West Bank. Israel should support an active peace, not merely a long 'quiet' in hostilities.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSaving your body
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewNATO on Russia's border: a check, not a threatNATO's plan for long-term rotation of troops in its eastern states is well tailored as a deterrence and not a provocation to Russia. The alliance's strategic patience with Putin reflects not a desire for victory but hopes for a nonaggressive Russia.
