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The Monitor's ViewPatience pays off in ArgentinaVoters continue to back the massive economic reforms of President Javier Milei, relying on the shock absorbers of prudence, restraint, and patience.- A Christian Science PerspectiveOur oneness with GodSeeing God the way Jesus saw God eliminates a feeling of distance from our creator, and it brings healing.
Readers RespondReaders write: Perspectives on Charlie Kirk’s killingLetters to the editor from the Oct. 27 Weekly. Readers discussed the Monitor’s coverage of Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
The Monitor's ViewTwo women’s indelible impact on the USAlabama unveils statues honoring Rosa Parks and Helen Keller. With dignity, determination, and faith, both women uplifted American society and reinforced its values.- A Christian Science Perspective‘Start where you are ...Lifting our prayers beyond our own lives makes a difference.
The Monitor's ViewTrump’s peaceful way to end the war in UkraineAs more Russians turn against the war, the United States and its allies ramp up oil sanctions that hit the Kremlin war machine, as well as gas prices at the pump in Russia.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe Word of GodLetting God, Truth, inspire our words opens the door to uplift and healing.
The Voting Rights Act hangs in the balance. Remember those who lost their lives for it.The context of why civil rights activists like Medgar Evers and Maceo Snipes were murdered has been lost in the current conversation about the Voting Rights Act at the Supreme Court.
The Monitor's ViewDepolarizing America, the local wayWith the nation's capital in a stalemate, experiments in cooperating on local concerns are building social trust that can help bridge political rifts.- A Christian Science PerspectiveLife-changing answersGetting to know Life as God replaces symptoms of depression with healing, joy, and hope. An article inspired by this week’s Bible lesson from the Christian Science Quarterly.
The Monitor's ViewDrumroll for Japan’s first female leaderThe new prime minister, Takaichi Sanae, takes power as more Japanese women seek help in their work-life balance.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe healing role of peacemakerWe’re all capable of yielding to God’s healing love rather than the pull of hate or disgust.
The Monitor's ViewWhy baseball’s Ohtani earns aweThe dexterous talent, humility, and hard work of Shohei Ohtani bring a unifying joy to Los Angeles — and also serve as a reminder of “how free from mortal constraints we can be.”- A Christian Science PerspectiveOvercoming doomscrolling – online and in our thinkingHow can we pray about the news, instead of getting caught up in anxiety and anger?
Seeing both sides with honesty and clarityToday, strong currents of thought encourage us not to have empathy for people we disagree with. But empathy leads to clarity.
The Monitor's ViewReviving the integrity of prosecutorsUnder President Donald Trump, the Justice Department appears to be breaking norms for prosecutorial conduct through its indictments of perceived foes. Yet it may be the states that will help reset the norms of justice.- A Christian Science PerspectiveDoes it matter if we know God?Lifting our thought to God brings comfort and guidance.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica builds a continental economyAmid global trade shocks, 54 nations boost commercial ties among themselves to achieve self-reliance and to lessen trade dependence on non-African countries.- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod needs me? Really?As we see ourselves as God sees us, we feel greater confidence in our ability to do what we need to.
The Monitor's ViewInfinite prizes for ideas on progressThis year’s Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences – like many in the past – spotlights theories about causes for growth. One key: an openness to new and often challenging ideas.
