Editorial by Madeline Perez

Dear Readers,

Hey everyone! How are you feeling? Actually, don’t answer that. Finals are coming up, so I’m sure I already know your answer: homicidal. If I had a dime for every intricate act of violence I’ve planned during finals week, God knows I wouldn’t need a college degree in the first place. Nonetheless, fret not! For we have used AI technology to create the perfect issue to help you destress before your tests. The Cat Issue. After years of oppression and “Dog Issue” nonsense, we (I) have finally consolidated our (my) efforts into breaking tradition and letting cats have their spot in the bing-review-themed limelight. Hurrah! My cat Chloe is basically the star of this issue and can be found on both the front AND back covers, much to the dismay of the rest of the e-board. It’s ok though, because she’s perfect in my eyes, despite her violent misandry and opposition to being loved. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, I guess. Pictures of cats and other, lesser pets can be found on page 8 to help distract you from that sinking, suffocating feeling deep in your chest that can only be described as “an anxiety disorder.” Some articles in this issue maintain the animalistic theme, as Midas Leung discusses “Am I Supposed to Eat a Dog?” on page 5. Here he discusses his unique relationship with stereotyping, humor, and the intersection of those two roads. A stopsign-less intersection, where humor and stereotyping are also cars that, ignorant of traffic laws, just happen to collide. And he discusses that collision. Also in this issue is “The Gift of the Bearcat,” by Arthur O’Sullivan on page 10. This clever play on The Gift of the Magi really makes you take a step back and go: hmm? Harvey Stenger, DO NOT INTERACT! I’m serious. Take the bench and do not read this one!

Do you feel screwed over by the powers that be? Well, you’re not alone. Read I Hate Dale’s article “Politics are Fucked” on page 6. Relate to one man’s search for big titty hoes and the universal obstacle of people you went to high school with. Finally, look no further than page 15 to find “I Don’t Care About Your Spotify Wrapped” written by our staff. Learn how we, the Binghamton Review, do not care about your Spotify wrapped (because in our infinite uniqueness and intrigue, our Spotify wrapped is the only important one.) That’s all for this issue! Good luck with your finals, have a merry Christmas, and as always, thanks for reading.

Sincerely,

Madeline Perez

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