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Systemic violence in Greek life necessitates reform
I love to dance, and after a year of online college and isolation, I was excited to enjoy social events this fall. However, I quickly realized that there are limited options for...
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Unions can combat toxic workplace environments
There are many things about the workplace that we just accept, especially in the hospitality and service industries, without ever stopping to think why it is wrong. Many workers face practical issues...
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Overpolicing gang-afflicted neighborhoods is unproductive
Politicians always try to address gang violence and the rising crime rates of cities, most of the time with more aggressive policing. This seems to be a huge hit with the public...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: Wait a Minute!
On Sept. 19, Binghamton University’s Student Association Programming Board (SAPB) posted an Instagram reel announcing Willow Smith, known by her stage name WILLOW, would be headlining BU’s annual fall concert. This marks...
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Traveling is good for our health and wellness
2021 has definitely been a tough year for travel, but that should not discourage you from traveling in the future. With the COVID-19 vaccine being distributed around the world, the ability to...
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Streaming services make Broadway more accessible
After a year and a half, Broadway is finally back. September marked the reopening of several plays and musicals ranging from classics like “The Lion King” and “Wicked” to more recent hits...
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Cooking is necessary to combating the food industry
Everyone needs to eat to survive. Eating food supplies us with the nutrients we need for all bodily functions. However, the way in which humans get these nutrients is different than any...
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Voting in every election matters
How many times have you voted before? Once? Twice? Never? Millions of people abstain from the electoral system every year, especially young people. If you’ve never voted before or aren’t planning on...
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Editorial: Guess who's Yak, Yak again
After four years, Yik Yak has finally returned. Yik Yak, an anonymous sharing application first launched in 2013, quickly became popular within college communities. The app functions by connecting users within a...
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Police should not enforce traffic law
For decades, police academies have taught new recruits that any traffic stop could be their last and to never hesitate to use force to save their own life. They frequently show videos...