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Flaws are what make us unique

In every sport or art form, there will always be flaws. When these activities are seen as a future for a young girl or boy, it is likely for insecurities to arise....


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Failure shouldn't define you; might bring you success

Upon receiving my first big exam grade at Binghamton back, I was excited and nervous. I opened up Blackboard, checked my grade and saw a beautiful 68 radiating toward me. This was...


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Take ownership of your food choices at school

Whether you refuse to eat anything that wasn’t grown in dirt or you’re the total embodiment of stalwart carnivore Ron Swanson of TV’s “Parks and Recreation,” you have a belief system about...


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Trump's worldview unrealistic in dealing with foes

The extent of the controversiality surrounding Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is surely no secret, but what would it mean if the horrid reality of his election were to come true? Apart from...


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Pseudo-liberalism dilutes free speech

Prioritized in the first amendment of our Bill of Rights, freedom of speech is the most important component of democracy and the distinguishing factor between countries like ours and North Korea. The...


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Therapy should not limit identity

From the moment that you walk into a therapist’s office, the therapist will be looking the client up and down, interpreting what is said. They will attempt to name the issue with...


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Public tired of Kardashians, not online nudity

A few days ago it was International Women’s Day — a celebration of how far the female cause has come over the years, and a remembrance of all the women who have...


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SEX ISSUE 2016: Insecurities are far too common

She’ll wake up, get dressed for the day, look in the mirror and sigh. She’ll take off her shirt, and find another one that is assumed to be more flattering. Again, she’ll...


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SEX ISSUE 2016: Virginity should no longer be defined by men

Comedienne Elayne Boosler once quipped, “[Men] want you to scream, ‘You’re the best’ while swearing you’ve never done this with anyone before.” It is this sexual hypocrisy that has been going on...


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SEX ISSUE 2016: Gay and straight life more intertwined overseas

Hello, it’s me. Binghamton, have you missed me? Being across the pond has been pretty interesting so far, but perhaps the most surprising aspect of London is its love for sex. All...