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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTaking down the real enemyIt can seem there鈥檚 no end to the destructive influences in the world. But the recognition that evil has no legitimacy in God or any of God鈥檚 children can shift our thought from focusing on a problem to finding a solution.
The Monitor's ViewPeacemakers rescue the protestsNonviolent activists like George Floyd鈥檚 brother put love into action against the rioters and looters.
The Monitor's ViewJustice for George Floyd, one trial at a timeThe lead prosecutor in the case sees justice as individual 鈥� for an act of homicide. That is a basis for systemic reforms.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveIt鈥檚 time to elevate the human raceThere is a crying need for all of us to get to know and truly value men and women of all races as our brothers and sisters in God鈥檚 family, in order to heal the wounds of injustice. Each of us is capable of expressing God鈥檚 universal, healing love through active compassion and caring.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLoveMany are yearning for greater peace, justice, and harmony in the world. 鈥淭hou to whose power our hope we give,/ Free us from human strife,鈥� prays the author of this poem, which points to the power of God, divine Love, to unify and heal. (Read the poem or listen to the poem being sung.)
The Monitor's ViewWhat U.S. protesters can learn from FergusonThe Missouri city鈥檚 long-term response to a 2014 police killing shows a different way to confront racial inequities.
Humanity鈥檚 ultimate laboratoryJust because something is hard does not mean that it is unnecessary, and our families give us ample evidence of that every day 鈥� especially now.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveChronic health issues and incurable disease goneFaced with a rare blood disease and other ailments, a woman turned to 海角大神 Science for help. What she learned about God and about everyone鈥檚 nature as God鈥檚 child changed her life.
The Monitor's ViewA grand cleansing in governanceThe pandemic鈥檚 economic fallout is forcing governments to shape up quickly. First demands: accountability and transparency.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHarmony and friendship replace divisionStunned by a coworker鈥檚 hostile query about her political affiliation, a woman prayed to see everyone as innately capable of expressing God鈥檚 love and peace. Soon, the atmosphere completely turned around.
The Monitor's ViewAn opening for softer diplomacy?As Iran ships petroleum to Venezuela, the U.S. looks the other way, cracking a door for better ties with both regimes.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinancial needs metSuddenly confronted with great financial distress, a couple turned to God for guidance. This brought hope, joy, and inspiration that led to unexpected, rewarding work that met their needs for many years.
The Monitor's ViewChina puts GDP target on history's ash pitThe ruling party abandons the material growth standard of gross domestic product. Now, like many nations, it struggles to define progress in alternative ways.
鈥楩ake news鈥� and 鈥榬eal news鈥�Journalism can inform, advocate, and entertain.聽Yet there is something greater journalism can do: it can enlighten and illumine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGod cares for all of usEspecially in light of efforts to contain the coronavirus through physical distancing, it can seem that we鈥檙e being cut off from means of support and comfort. But as one woman found during a time of uncertainty about her future, we can always turn to God for comfort and guidance that light the way forward.
The Monitor's ViewThe nuts and bolts of integrity in the US electionThe 2020 campaign and the vote itself are challenged by the fallout from COVID-19. What鈥檚 needed to raise public trust?
Readers RespondReaders write: Informational comics, George Shultz, and moreLetters to the editor for the May 25, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss alternative cattle ranching, comics with important lessons, and more.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEvil can never separate us from GodIn times of tragedy, evil can seem more powerful than good. But as a man came to understand when he learned a friend had been killed, even in the face of heart-rending tragedy we can let God lead us to the realization that no one can ever be detached from God鈥檚 limitless love and care.
The Monitor's ViewA knight in shining kindnessWhat better model is there than Capt. Sir Tom Moore for being charitable during the COVID-19 crisis?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePraying for the world brings healing of flu symptomsIf we鈥檙e feeling ill, it can often seem hard to think of anything but our own problem. But as a woman found out when faced with worsening flu symptoms, letting God鈥檚 limitless love fill our thoughts with a deeper love for humanity uplifts our viewpoint in powerful ways that also bring healing to the one praying.
