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Poverty vs. school choice: Commentary on equity in educationBehind the clamor about school choice in U.S. education lies a fundamental issue affecting parents and their children: poverty.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhose world do you live in?鈥淚t鈥檚 a man鈥檚 world,鈥� it often seems; despite progress, gender inequities persist. But as a young woman found during a 鈥渢opsy-turvy鈥� period in her life, the idea that we鈥檙e all God鈥檚 children offers a powerful basis for experiencing more freedom and equality in our interactions with others.
The Monitor's ViewAn ideal of innocence kept aliveThe U.N. doctrine of preventing atrocities has faltered since its adoption 15 years ago. But two cases show the principle endures.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGod鈥檚 promise of care through fire and floodWhether we鈥檙e facing extreme weather events in person or yearning to help those who are, we can find inspiration and help in the biblical promise that God鈥檚 powerful, healing care is at hand 鈥� as a woman experienced firsthand.聽
The Monitor's ViewTeaching America鈥檚 past with a common goalDifferent approaches to U.S. history 鈥� from President Trump鈥檚 to The New York Times鈥� 1619 Project 鈥� share the same future: instilling critical thinking skills for citizenship.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePraying for peace in PortlandFrustrated and at a loss for how to help unify her community in the face of destructive protests, a woman turned to God. The result was inspiration that brought conviction to her prayers for peace and hope for the future.
The Monitor's ViewPicking a court justice without hardball tacticsBoth James Madison and Ruth Bader Ginsburg had advice about majorities violating the golden rule.
Readers RespondReaders write: The suffrage issueLetters to the editor for the Sept. 21, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss the Monitor's special suffrage issue.
UN or not, a need for united nationsSocieties that are more open, trusting, and collaborative have an advantage. Could the United Nations be the key to establishing those conditions?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDecisions, decisionsSometimes making a decision can feel overwhelming or even agonizing. But as a woman found when she needed to choose where to live and work next, a willingness to be led by God, our caring divine Parent, brings clarity and peace.
The Monitor's ViewAn oil giant鈥檚 epiphany on climate changeBP鈥檚 slow shift to clean energy since the Deepwater Horizon spill is picking up speed, perhaps setting an example for the petroleum industry.
鈥楲iving with fire鈥�: Can West learn to coexist with longtime adversary?The West has fought wildfire for more than a century. Reaching a detente will depend on embracing strategies for managing fires and forests.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAn unlimited view of the universeHumanity鈥檚 quest to know more about the nature and origin of life is nothing new. 海角大神 Science brings to the table a radical premise: that existence is fundamentally spiritual, not material 鈥� and that this is a powerful basis for healing.
The Monitor's ViewLifting the clouds of doubt over votingFears over the integrity of the U.S. voting process are high. They shouldn鈥檛 be.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThought sanitizerThought matters, and God鈥檚 limitless love is powerful enough to cleanse us of anger, resentment, fear 鈥� and even injury.
The Monitor's ViewWhy some world alliances endureAs the U.N. celebrates its 75th anniversary, its model of cooperation based on values is helping counter modern bullies.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThirty-one orange jumpsuitsThe more weight we put on the side of God鈥檚 goodness, the more good we鈥檙e empowered to do 鈥� and this is true for each of us, no matter where we are or what circumstance we鈥檙e in.
The Monitor's ViewWhen political clich茅s fall awayAfter an ambush of two police officers, a sheriff shows gratitude for both presidential candidates supporting public servants.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayers for BelarusCan a prayerful stand for justice and freedom make a difference? As one woman found when faced with an oppressive situation at work, the answer is yes 鈥� and this can offer hope and inspiration for our prayers in support of those championing positive change in Belarus and elsewhere.
The Monitor's ViewWho鈥檚 really 'in the room' of Afghan peace talksThe run-up to the first direct talks between the Taliban and the Afghan government took many players, least of which are Afghans 鈥� especially women 鈥� demanding peace and rights.
