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The Monitor's ViewA migrant debate cuts across the AmericasAs the region flares up over U.S. deportations and similar issues, the debate also points to the ideals at stake.- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo unknowns to GodIn praying to an all-inclusive and good God, be confident that we will know and see only goodness.
What matters most in disaster reportingIt might seem glib to use words like “hope” and “resilience” in reporting on natural disasters. But a Monitor journalist’s job is to make those qualities as real to readers as the heartbreak.
The Monitor's ViewAn Oscar for a fire-singed HollywoodThe movie industry plans to help Los Angeles recover from wildfires with a spotlight on creative inspiration.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe change of thought that brings progressWhat thoughts are we “wearing” today – materialistic and limiting beliefs or God’s healing inspiration?
The Monitor's ViewQatar’s pull with powers and pariahsThe small Gulf nation’s mediating role in the Israel-Hamas agreement earns gratitude from both sides, a reflection of Qatar’s focus on patience and empathy.- A Christian Science PerspectiveHow do we measure our worth?The spiritual view of life opens to us every individual’s limitless worth.
The Monitor's ViewOf mercy and grievanceAs one U.S. president handed power to another, their acts of clemency also invited some to seek reconciliation through contrition.- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat would God say about that?God, who is Spirit, sees only spiritual reality. As children of Spirit, we can pray to see as God sees and discern what He might say about each situation we encounter.
The Monitor's ViewInfinite innovation and finite politicsThe change in the White House may bring different approaches to technology and productivity, but every American president taps into a bottomless well of new scientific ideas.- A Christian Science PerspectiveStilling the ‘I’ of the stormAs a major storm was coming through his community, a man found comfort, strength, and direction through yielding to God’s powerful presence.
Inauguration Day’s range of emotionsDonald Trump is just the second American president in history to score another term after losing his first reelection attempt. On the cusp of Inauguration Day, one thing is clear: the Trump era is far from over.
The Monitor's ViewEquality on the sidelinesTwo historically Black universities turn their football programs into opportunities to promote the excellence that is innate.
A Christian Science PerspectiveThe power of loveWe experience the omnipotence of divine Love as we open our hearts to loving even our enemies.
The Monitor's ViewHearing Afghan womenShifts in regional diplomacy toward the Taliban in Afghanistan reinforce that stability is only possible through equality.- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo back talk!In obeying God’s health-giving messages, we discover that God’s help is powerful and effective.
The Monitor's ViewDeference as defense of lawIn closing two legal cases against an incoming U.S. president, a judge and special counsel uphold constitutional norms and the virtues of voters and juries.- A Christian Science PerspectiveIn a bad mood?As we understand that God, good, fills all space, we experience freedom from anything unlike good in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewHow Los Angeles rebuildsThe city can draw on lessons in community-based resilience from other places hit by disasters. Through generosity, its residents are finding unity.- A Christian Science PerspectiveExpect renewal, not declineJesus’ example shows us that in every moment we can know and experience our changeless goodness.
