Columns
Political hobbyism perpetuates legislative deadlock
I may have said “new year, same gig” in my last column, but I’d like to briefly reconsider that phrase. Instead of going into the minutia of some current event and relating...
Columns
Book banning must be stopped
A novel can be designed to tap into one’s horrors. Using imagery, diction and deep reflection, the narrator can give us a glimpse into the darkness which lies within us or around...
Columns
U.S. men's national soccer team should replace Berhalter as coach
With three games remaining in the World Cup, the United States men’s national soccer team (USMNT) is in a good position to qualify for the tournament in Qatar later this year. Despite...
Columns
Unsustainable agriculture systems destroy our climate
Did you know that the food you eat affects the environment in major ways, and food is a leading cause of the degradation of our ecosystems? Many do not realize how much...
Columns
Taylor Swift is a victim of sexist criticism
As an avid Taylor Swift fan, it’s not uncommon for me to get negative comments about being a fan of the Grammy Award-winning singer. From the public making jokes that she only...
Columns
College students should cook more at home
For college students, cooking a fresh meal is not necessarily a top priority. Convenience and cost are usually the first two factors that dictate what the next meal will be. Since most...
Columns
United States should declare war against Russia over Ukranian crisis
A lot has been said about the impending crisis in Ukraine. Putting aside the probability of a Russian invasion, the real question is whether we should respond with force. The answer to...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: Is it worth it?
One week ago on Jan. 25, SUNY Oneonta student Tyler Lopresti-Castro was found unconscious near a city bus garage. After being transported to a nearby hospital, Lopresti-Castro died due to prolonged exposure...
Columns
Senate must confirm Biden's Supreme Court nominee before November
Well, it’s officially 2022. New year, same gig. If you’ve read my columns before, I tend to cover the news, but I also tend to pay attention to more institutional issues like...
Columns
New Year's resolutions are not cut out for long-term success
While I wasn’t exactly happy about paying $180 for an East Gym membership, I will say that the payment motivated me to exercise frequently. If I have paid for this painstaking torture...