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The Monitor's ViewWatching a dictatorship fall one conscience at a timeAfter a rigged election in Belarus, police are defecting in response to attacks on peaceful pro-democracy protesters.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA healing response to injustice and violenceAs protests for justice take place in Zimbabwe, Belarus, Thailand, and elsewhere, a woman reflects back on frightening situations she experienced during periods of civil unrest some years ago. But turning wholeheartedly to God, divine Love, resulted in inspiration that brought comfort, safety, and spiritual lessons that she鈥檚 found invaluable in the decades since.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Israel looks different to some Arab leadersAspirations of young Arabs may help explain why the United Arab Emirates recognized Israel and may lead other Arab nations to follow.
Readers RespondReaders write: Kneeling protests, relief from the news, and moreLetters to the editor for the Aug. 17 & 24, 2020 weekly magazine.聽Readers discuss the purpose of kneeling during the national anthem, and more.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFitting inFor years, despite his best efforts, a young man had struggled to find his place in the order of things. Then he got some advice that prompted him to consider things from a spiritual perspective 鈥� an approach that made all the difference.
The Monitor's ViewSummer鈥檚 antidote to 鈥楥OVID fatigue鈥�Months of following a strange new lifestyle have left people ready to break away and enjoy themselves. But summer鈥檚 pleasures can be experienced in a responsible way.
鈥榃ho gets redemption?鈥�As the pandemic shines a spotlight on conditions in prison, it鈥檚 time to reconsider how we think about incarcerated people, reform advocates say.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayer: A powerful resource now and anytimeSometimes our health or other circumstances seem uncertain. But praying with Bible-based ideas from Mary Baker Eddy鈥檚 book 鈥淪cience and Health with Key to the Scriptures鈥� empowers us to feel God鈥檚 healing, guiding love 鈥� as a man experienced when he came down with a sore throat in a country far from home, right when coronavirus began rapidly proliferating around the world.
Delivering under pressure: What the USPS means to my familyFor many in Black middle-class families, the post office has long been a source of opportunity and stability.
The Monitor's ViewCollege football鈥檚 unexpected opportunityWith the season hanging in the balance, the game鈥檚 evolution into a multibillion-dollar business has come uncomfortably into view.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA higher hope鈥淭here is a hope that is more / than a fool鈥檚 paradise,鈥� this poem begins, highlighting the powerful spiritual basis for 鈥渟trength, peace, and renewal鈥� that can鈥檛 be lost.
The Monitor's ViewEurope鈥檚 missing democratic pieceA flawed election in Belarus, a Soviet-like state, is an opening for Europe to lead in advancing democracy.
The Monitor's ViewBiden鈥檚 historic choice as running mateKamala Harris as the Democratic vice presidential nominee represents steady progress in Americans perceiving each individual鈥檚 inherent worth.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveConfronting cynicismIf jadedness is clouding our view of the world around us, it鈥檚 worth considering things from God鈥檚 point of view. As a woman found when confronted with rampant cheating and bad behavior during her days as a high school teacher, this perspective can make a real difference.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHow to stop a warIt may seem absurd to think that we, as individuals, can truly have an impact in resolving conflicts, whether large or small. But the realization that no problem is too big for God empowers us to serve as peacemakers wherever we may be.
The Monitor's ViewWhy nations rush to save LebanonThe massive foreign aid flowing to post-explosion Lebanon will bypass a corrupt regime, sending a signal of good governance for a fragile state.
Chitchatting in the age of ZoomI value, and miss, nondirected conversations. A lot of good ideas can come from them. But how do you replicate them in a videoconference?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveShow me infinity!If our joy, harmony, or sense of home feels constricted, it鈥檚 worth considering the limitless, unconfined nature of God and God鈥檚 creation.
The Monitor's ViewAn election with bravery on the ballotBelarus鈥� dictator has let a 鈥渉ousewife鈥� run against him. She鈥檚 popping a bubble of fear among voters.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWords that help and healWhat we say matters. And when we let God, good, motivate the way we express ourselves, this inspires confidence and healing, rather than fear or hostility.
