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I鈥檓 Black and Republican 鈥� Hear me out (Commentary)Conservative media personality Chris Prudhome urges voting for Donald Trump 鈥� and listening across the Republican/Democratic divide.
Readers RespondReaders write: Keen observations, all that plastic, and moreLetters to the editor for the Oct. 19, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss local recycling efforts, the ethics of hunting elk, and more.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEffortless reflectionWhile the world would have us define ourselves from a material standpoint, a better understanding of God and God鈥檚 creation reveals a higher view of ourselves as spiritual, loved, and whole.
The Monitor's ViewA light shines on Nigerian corruptionDays of mass protests have the potential to turn Africa鈥檚 largest economy toward clean governance.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFreed from cynicism, alcohol use, and chronic illnessResentful of society, frequently sick, and living a wild lifestyle, a grad student began to yearn for a healthier, less cynical path. Then he came across a magazine about 海角大神 Science healing, and what he learned as he began studying this Science more deeply turned his life around completely.
The Monitor's ViewA 'Club Med' of peaceful petrostates?More nations in the eastern Mediterranean are cooperating to tap offshore oil and gas despite Turkey鈥檚 belligerence. Latest example: talks between Israel and Lebanon over a maritime border.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayer for the judiciaryWhat does the legendary wisdom of the biblical King Solomon have to do with us today? Considering the idea that everyone has a God-given capacity to express wisdom, humility, and fairness opens the door to experiencing more of those qualities right here and now. Although written many years ago, this article feels remarkably timely for today鈥檚 headlines.
The Monitor's ViewRemedies for a global recession? That鈥檚 the idea.Economists wonder why the pandemic鈥檚 economic effects are not as severe as they expected. Every global downturn has spawned new and practical solutions.
How communities can battle isolation 鈥� togetherMany have become acutely aware of the bitterness of isolation. But there鈥檚 a flip side to that realization 鈥� a new appreciation for human connection.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePolitical negotiating through prayerWhen we鈥檙e confused, anxious, or faced with a tough decision or task, turning to God for guidance lights our path. That鈥檚 what a public servant experienced firsthand when city contract negotiations initially hit a dead end.
The Monitor's ViewIt takes a city to protect treesCommunities thrive when they protect city trees against climate change.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThere are no bad carrots!For one food bank volunteer, a tip about carrots helped her do more than package produce 鈥� it sparked a spiritual insight that led to the healing of a problem with her limbs.
The Monitor's ViewA new resiliency lens in ending hungerThe World Food Program not only deserves this year鈥檚 Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts against a pandemic-driven surge in hunger, it also deserves a nod for its new view of individuals in distress.聽
Commentary: A celebrity, a pregnancy loss, and a call for humanityCommentary: Cruel responses to Chrissy Teigen鈥檚 pregnancy loss show need for humanity across political divides and in access to health care.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAnchoring our hope in GodIf we鈥檙e feeling a bit hopeless about things going on in the world or in our own lives, it鈥檚 worth considering a spiritual basis for hope 鈥� one that doesn鈥檛 just make us feel good, but actually furthers healing and harmony, as a woman found when faced with a painful neck problem.
The Monitor's ViewThe noble harmony behind peace prizesNot all recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize make peacemaking look easy. Yet most do assume harmony is an assured norm.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveResponding, not reacting, to hostilityWhen we鈥檙e faced with anger or incivility, in the heat of the moment it can be tempting to react in kind. But pausing to let God, Love, inspire our response enables us to proceed in a thoughtful, patient, healing manner.
The Monitor's ViewConcern for the election, diligence from votersEarly signs from mass mail-in voting show states and voters are being civic-minded about the integrity of the process.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe unhackableElections, passwords, accounts 鈥� it can seem that nothing is truly invulnerable to tampering. But considering the idea that our relation to God is, in fact, unhackable opens us up to the divine inspiration and guidance that protect and heal.
The Monitor's ViewA peace pact鈥檚 surprise in ColombiaConfessions of assassinations and kidnappings by former rebel leaders help keep truth-telling at the center of a postwar process of reconciliation.
