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The Monitor's ViewSouth Africa鈥檚 calming civilityVoters demanded shared governance. Their leaders are listening. Humility may usher in a new era of honesty.
Seeking common sense on immigrationResearch suggests that the long-term benefits of immigration are overwhelmingly positive. If the real issue is cultural, the question becomes how to build an effective and humane migration system.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFeeling trapped? Unlock the gates to freedom!If inharmony, such as illness, is holding us back, we can look to God for an understanding of our true, spiritual nature, which brings freedom.
Readers RespondReaders write: How America can learn to trust elections againLetters to the editor from the June 24 issue of the weekly magazine. Readers discussed trust in federal elections, media depictions of Russia, and the Monitor鈥檚 photography.
The Monitor's ViewHungary as honest brokerThe EU member often at odds with the European Union assumes the bloc鈥檚 presidency and immediately befriends Ukraine.
As the Civil Rights Act turns 60, a call to recommit to what it stands forThe landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964, which turns 60 on Tuesday, represents a lineage of legislation that protects against discrimination. Whether that legacy endures depends on us, our columnist writes.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHow I鈥檓 praying about the election in my countryDuring a national election, we can keep in view how God is harmoniously governing our nation and beyond, and expect good results.
The Monitor's ViewCivic dividends in debt reformGlobal lenders show the deeper benefits of cooperation with borrowing countries such as Sri Lanka and Ghana.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe continuity of God鈥檚 goodnessGod, good, doesn鈥檛 share any power with evil, so we can expect to receive blessing after blessing from Him.聽
Readers RespondReaders write: Are we desensitized to the war in Gaza?Letters to the editor for the April 22 & 29 issue of the weekly magazine. Readers discussed the war in Gaza, political evangelicalism, and Portugal鈥檚 pull for expats.聽
The Monitor's ViewPresident Biden鈥檚 essential purposeHis party may try to seek his retirement, while others see his capabilities as leading to many alternatives.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDivine Love鈥檚 flowIf we鈥檙e feeling irrevocably stuck on our path to progress, we can open our hearts to God鈥檚 powerful goodness, which leads us forward.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSe r茅jouir 鈥� avant et apr猫s les 茅lectionsReconna卯tre que Dieu est le pouvoir supr锚me nous permet d鈥檃border les 茅lections 鈥� et leurs cons茅quences 鈥� avec civilit茅, tranquillit茅 d鈥檈sprit et confiance dans le pouvoir du bien.
The Monitor's ViewBallots for kinder politicsIn elections worldwide this year, voters are sending a message that civility can matter more than party or policy.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveRejoicing 鈥� before and beyond electionsRecognizing God as supremely powerful equips us to approach elections 鈥� and their aftermath 鈥� with civility, peace of mind, and confidence in the power of good.
The Monitor's ViewA joyful rise in 鈥榞iving circles鈥�As more Americans gather in small groups to donate modest amounts of money for local needs, they are expanding the idea of charity and community.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBringing stability to unstable timesEach of us can nurture an understanding of God鈥檚 universe as harmonious and good, which ripples out to bless us and the world around us.
The Monitor's ViewArgentina鈥檚 reforms are more than economicFor most Argentines, cooperation among political rivals is a reason for patience amid economic reform.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWedded to divine LoveAs we understand that we have an eternal union with divine Love, we tangibly experience more comfort and companionship.
The Monitor's ViewLebanon鈥檚 stirrings of peacemakingOnline activists, worried about Hezbollah鈥檚 drift toward full-scale war with Israel, are reminding the group to respect people鈥檚 demands for peace and dignity.
