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The Monitor's ViewRussia鈥檚 peaceful hand against aggressionIts role in ending Azerbaijan鈥檚 war against Armenia may hint at a new respect for the sovereignty of national borders.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHealing political divisionIn times like these, overcoming polarization and anger may seem like an uphill battle. But each of us is divinely equipped to feel and express more of the compassion and brotherly love that bring progress.
- A 海角大神 Science Perspective鈥楾hat they all may be one鈥�There鈥檚 much, it seems, that would divide us. But we recognize that there鈥檚 more, much more, that unites us when we understand everyone鈥檚 oneness with God.
The Monitor's ViewBiden鈥檚 best advice to AmericansHis first post-election speech centered on the best advice ever given to him: Demonizing others is not a strategy for good results.
The Monitor's ViewA liberating way to end Libya鈥檚 long warOutside mediators are trying a novel tactic: Those who waged war in Libya must promise not to run it when peace prevails.聽
From the editor: Where we go from hereAs a growing lead places Joe Biden near the threshold of the White House, the lessons of the past week point to how a divided nation can find a path forward.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBe the sculptor of your own lifeTo shape our lives divinely, we need to start with forming perfect models in thought.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSupply is in God鈥檚 plan for youThere鈥檚 an alternative to panic and stress if our current resources seem increasingly limited. As God鈥檚 children, we each have the inherent capacity to prove, as so many in the Bible did, that God鈥檚 provision leaves no one out.
The Monitor's ViewHow to glue together a cracked nationLocal elected leaders often show the kind of unity that reflects the country鈥檚 founding.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTo 鈥榣ive together in unity鈥�There鈥檚 a spiritual basis for unity that empowers each and every one of us to move forward with kindness, hope, and a growing grasp of a deeper and indestructible, divine harmony.
The Monitor's ViewThe graft-busting uses of COVID-19 aidFinancial help for countries coping with the impact of the coronavirus is coming with strings to ensure honest governance. Corruption cannot remain a norm.
The tales of a culture are encoded in its musicEach new star is an amalgam of all who came before; each song a single snapshot in time.聽But more than that, music is a reflection of us.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA path to postelection harmonyIn the U.S. presidential election, only one candidate wins, and there will always be people unhappy with the outcome. But letting Christly love light our path empowers us to feel the divine peace that frees us from fear and disdain.
The Monitor's ViewAn election that fits the American storyInfluences on the 2020 vote began deep in a society that rejuvenates itself.
Hope for our 鈥榤ore perfect Union鈥�Building a better American democracy could take a while, if it happens at all. In the meantime, how can we as individuals be part of the solution?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTo win the soul of all nationsIn heated political times such as these, it鈥檚 worth taking a deeper look at what constitutes the true Soul of a nation, our role in bringing it to light, and what that means for peace and progress. Adapted from an article written some time ago, this piece feels as relevant today as ever.
The Monitor's ViewA U.S. election that redefines global leadershipWith both presidential candidates being doves on America鈥檚 role, other nations are stepping up to carry the torch of universal values.
Readers RespondReaders write: Love as justice, a wake-up call, seeing the worldLetters to the editor for the November 2, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss life after prison, waking up to inequality among women, and more.
The Monitor's ViewA bright example for the US 鈥� from the AndesA year after a raucous, fraud-ridden election, Bolivia held a clean vote that surprised observers and could lead to a unity government.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat鈥檚 behind the mask?There鈥檚 a kind of 鈥渕ask鈥� that isn鈥檛 a physical covering, but a limitation or judgment we mentally put on ourselves and others. Praying to see beyond those unhelpful mental masks and recognize everyone鈥檚 true identity as God鈥檚 child opens the door to healing, as a young man experienced when he developed a severe eating disorder.
