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The Monitor's ViewThe easiest cure for political distrustAmericans who perceive anti-democratic – even dangerous – behavior in the opposing party may not really “see one another.”
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo shortage in God’s ‘supply chain’
Recognizing that God’s grace is universal, impartial, and inexhaustible affords the opportunity to prove step by step that chronic lack is not a given.
The Monitor's ViewA light of liberation for LibyaOnce chaotic and violent, the North African nation is taking key steps toward reconciliation – if an election is held and foreign forces leave.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCured of cancer
Informed by doctors that she was terminally ill, a woman turned wholeheartedly to God. Through prayer, her spiritual understanding deepened, and she was completely healed.
The Monitor's ViewInviting Taiwan to Biden’s democracy summitChina might learn about democracy by not bullying Taiwan about attending the December summit.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveForever complete and useful
Sometimes it can seem that our ability to productively and meaningfully contribute to society is at the mercy of factors beyond our control. But the realization that we all have a God-given purpose and identity opens the door to fresh opportunities and capabilities.
The Monitor's ViewHow reconciliation can enlarge EuropeA European Union summit will look at admitting six Balkan states – if those states can fix issues preventing EU membership.
Readers RespondReaders write: America's exit from AfghanistanLetter to the editor for the October 4, 2021 weekly magazine. A reader discusses the desire to place blame following the fall of Kabul.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe grace of forgiving
When forgiveness seems an impossible task, we can let God’s love dispel hurt, redeem wrongs, and impel peace, grace, and even “sweet reuniting,” as this poem conveys.
The Monitor's ViewWhen Islamists defend democracyWith democracy at stake in Iraq and Tunisia, top Islamists are rising to its defense.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOur greatest opportunity
Healing in Christian Science not only includes cures for our ills, but also transforms the way we see the world around us and opens the door to even greater good.
From college prep to Mideast peace: Stop talking and start collaboratingAs this writer experienced, transformative connections are formed not by squaring off head-to-head but collaborating side by side.
The Monitor's ViewWhat Washington can agree onMassive spending bills like the two infrastructure measures have brought bipartisan attention to preventing fraud.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding peace amid chaos
When things get turbulent or frightening, it can seem hard to find mental calm. But Christ’s timeless promise of peace offers a basis for experiencing healing, harmony, and peace of mind.
The Monitor's ViewA woman’s courage to end wartime rape in EthiopiaOut of conscience, the country’s minister for women resigns after campaigning for justice against wartime sexual violence.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAre we living in a post-truth era?
Sometimes it can seem as if facts take a back seat to opinion or emotion. But getting to know God as infinite, pure Truth itself is a powerful basis for finding clarity, harmony, and mental as well as physical healing.
The Monitor's ViewA youth-led movement against Malaysia’s race-based politicsAs in other Muslim nations, many young people in this Southeast Asian nation see official discrimination for or against groups as a source of corruption and a denial of individual rights.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSearching for higher ground?
If frustration, discouragement, or fear threaten to overwhelm, we can open our hearts to God’s love, lighting the path to peace, joy, and healing.
The Monitor's ViewMerkel’s style shaping Germany’s new governmentNo one party clearly won Sunday’s election to replace Angela Merkel after her 16 years in power. Yet the leading contenders may imitate her methods of seeking compromise to form a coalition.
A risk that worked: Talking about race head-on with neighborsWhen three neighbors – two white and one Black – talk about race, they learn the benefits of seeking, not to be understood, but to understand.
