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The Monitor's ViewPockets of progress with otherworldly purposesTwo surveys cite successful struggles for honest governance and why humanity must focus on curbing corruption 鈥� perhaps even in space.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe elevating quality of humilityFeeling stuck? Humble prayer to see things from God鈥檚 view brings progress and healing. 聽
The Monitor's ViewRecharging a river with a flow of trustThe Colorado River water crisis is forging new partnerships among rival users, perhaps healing wounds from a century of social and legal imbalance.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTrusting our wishes to GodYielding to God鈥檚 will, rather than willfulness, brings direction and fulfillment, as a man learned when applying for a new job.
The Monitor's ViewSaving democracy by shielding judgesFrom Lebanon to Hong Kong, leaders see judicial independence 鈥� and civic equality before the law 鈥� as essential.- A 海角大神 Science Perspective鈥楪o get the book鈥�The timeless truths found in the Bible-based textbook of 海角大神 Science inspire progress and healing 鈥� as a woman experienced firsthand when she found herself in challenging times and began reading the book.聽
The Monitor's ViewAfter Memphis, peals of unity in defining justiceThe public response to another incident of police brutality offers one measure of progress toward ensuring law enforcement stays with the law.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTackling inequalityDespite progress, at times it can seem that inequality is simply inevitable. In this short podcast, the editor of the Monitor explores a spiritual perspective that offers a powerful basis for progress toward greater equality.
Readers RespondReaders respond: Reflections from a city dwellerLetters to the editor from the Feb. 6, 2023, weekly magazine. One reader imagines himself in the Montana Rockies. Another clarifies why names matter.聽
The Monitor's ViewA rising global norm against briberyAmid world pacts against corruption, one practice stands out: companies adopting an international standard to build a culture of integrity.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe compass of true selfhoodStarting from a spiritual perspective offers a strong basis for making inspired, productive decisions.
AP African American Studies: 鈥楢cademic legitimacy鈥� or 鈥榠ndoctrination鈥�?Our contributor explores a pilot AP African American Studies course as part of an ongoing effort to see Black history as American history. What鈥檚 behind Florida鈥檚 rejection of this latest effort?聽
The Monitor's ViewSmall country, model gains in AfricaGambia鈥檚 democratic gains top a new index of Africa鈥檚 progress in building societies based on justice and equality.- A 海角大神 Science Perspective鈥業f it weren鈥檛 for this one thing ...鈥�Recognizing God as the source of infinite good for all His children empowers us to overcome difficulties and limitations.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine鈥檚 other war front wins a few battlesAn arrest and a flurry of firings and resignations point to new victories against corruption 鈥� and for rising public demands for integrity.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBalanced government under GodRather than feeling overwhelmed by division, we can adjust our views and pray to see balanced government maintained by God.
The Monitor's ViewA nod to Palestinian equalityThe ordaining of the first female 海角大神 pastor in the Holy Land amplifies the importance of women to peace.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveStart with the solutionReasoning out from the basis of God as infinite Mind opens the door to progress and healing.
The Monitor's ViewChina, Russia show freedom鈥檚 role in 鈥榙isruptive鈥� scienceAn exodus of talent in both countries is driven by researchers seeking a free flow of ideas that can revive breakthroughs in thought.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOvercoming sorrow after tragedyWhen tragedy strikes, we can turn to the comforting truth that God is Life itself and find peace.聽