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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHonorable service that glorifies GodAs we accept God鈥檚 redeeming love, we find freedom from lingering effects of trauma and regret 鈥� and a way forward.
The Monitor's ViewThe election鈥檚 other messageIn states and counties, a desire for governing by consensus compels more listening to opponents.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOvercoming illusionsKnowing the truth of our spiritual existence enables us to conquer discord.
The Monitor's ViewVoter nostalgia for harmony, balanceExit polls in the U.S. election hint at a strong desire for a balanced economy and civic peace.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA 鈥榮ingle-eyed鈥� viewAs we come to understand God as the one true Mind, we discover more of our dominion over distractions and our innate ability to focus.聽
The Monitor's ViewMud boots of empathy in SpainA flood of goodwill from volunteers after a historic rainstorm shows that a society can bond in affection beyond sharp political divisions.
James Madison foresaw the big question worrying voters. What did he say?Many Election 2024 voters say they鈥檙e feeling anxious about who wins. How do you protect the rights of the losing side? James Madison has an answer.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAll are winnersIn God, this poem conveys, there are no winners and losers 鈥� we鈥檙e all divinely equipped with the innate grace, strength, and goodness we need to thrive.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracy鈥檚 gems in BotswanaA shift in power after 58 years marks a turn toward valuing ordinary citizens as a source of economic diversity and renewal.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe awakening that healsAn openness to the idea that reality isn鈥檛 necessarily what it seems to be 鈥� is spiritual, not material 鈥� brings a spiritual awareness that restores health.
The Monitor's ViewThe delights of US democracyLocal celebrations of the election process help remind Americans of democracy鈥檚 resiliency while boosting their well-being.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA redeeming forgivenessThere鈥檚 an alternative to letting anger or resentment drive our lives: opening our hearts to God鈥檚 love, which redeems and heals.
The Monitor's ViewThe light in CubaAn acute electricity crisis in the island nation may be stirring accountability and transparency.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding the real causeSeeing God, or good, as the one true cause of everything that really exists brings healing.
The Monitor's ViewCreativity as a small nation鈥檚 defenseArmenia, surrounded by bigger countries, tries to make itself indispensable by becoming a Silicon Valley in a precarious region.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveIt has to be LoveBeyond partisan divides, God鈥檚 law of love is always active, uplifting all with grace, peace, and harmony, as this poem conveys.
The Monitor's ViewAmerican politics at its bestBeyond the national divisions of the presidential race, civility and neighborly trust largely rein in local government.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBlessedness that brings lasting joyHappiness that鈥檚 dependent on circumstance can be fleeting 鈥� but when we look to God, Spirit, as the source of infinite good for all, we find a deeper, more permanent peace and joy.
To the people of Sudan: We see youFor many people, Sudan鈥檚 civil war has been an inscrutable news story. By reading personal accounts, we bear witness to distant realities.
The Monitor's ViewTrading up to higher skillsBehind the popularity of career and technical training in education lies a stronger desire among young people to find purpose.