Sean Reichbach
sreichb1@binghamton.edu
35 Articles
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U.S. should punish those who commit crimes based upon future consequences
Our country’s system of punishment is inhumane. A democratic country is supposedly made up of individual citizens who are, as citizens, treated like living beings above the status of robots or animals....
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Ron DeSantis is jeopardizing Florida schools
There are countless reasons why I hate Ron DeSantis. He is, unfortunately, a really excellent politician who has essentially transformed Florida into DeSantis-Land. It seems inevitable, or at least very likely, that...
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Renewable energy companies should be strengthened by working within the private sector
At least on the national level, the government is doing a remarkably horrible job of directly countering the causes and symptoms of climate change. Perhaps it is because of the necessity for...
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Republican austerity measures hinder economic progress
The global economy is in a state of panic. I and lots of economists are very concerned about the possibility of an economic recession that might hurt many low- and middle-class workers....
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Bolsonaro poses serious threat to the Amazon
There is a long list of reasons not to support Jair Bolsonaro in the upcoming runoff election in Brazil. For example, some might believe that his public comments recently could be taken...
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College students should learn how to relax
You’ve just studied for hours and hours to get a decent grade on a midterm exam. Finally, exam day comes along. Let’s say that you feel good about the exam and all...
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Utilitarianism can foster political progress
I could summarize the standard contemporary political system as an endless debate between sides to determine which policies will promote the most wellness for the most people. Eventually, one side obtains majority...
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Recent legislative wins increase midterm odds for Democrats
It is a nearly impossible feat for the incumbent party to perform well during low-turnout special elections before midterms. But in a really bizarre twist, especially considering U.S. President Joe Biden’s low...
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High-Speed railway lines should be installed in the North East
There are some initiatives to build high-speed rail in the United States, with lots of significant hurdles to overcome. In a country with a free market economy and loads of private property,...
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Overconsumption and conservation cannot coexist
There is an ever-present urge permeating this country to buy more goods. New computers are replaced by newer computers. Clothing is replaced with new clothing for arbitrary reasons, such as a new...