Opinion
Off Topic: Charlie Kirk fought for what killed him
Kirk’s murder was a tragic product of the ideology he championed.
Opinion: For subway safety, militarization isn’t the answer
Recent initiatives to increase police and National Guard presence in the city’s transit system raise questions about who is actually allowed to feel safe on the subway, and whether funding would be better spent on mental health and housing programs.
Off-Third: WSN endorses Anna Wintour for NYU spokesperson
Following the news of John Beckman’s plans to retire at the end of 2025, Wintour is the only logical candidate to represent the university.
Off Topic: We can’t afford to prioritize AI in early education
The rise of private, artificial intelligence-powered schools pose a threat to the next generation of students and the development of their critical thinking skills.
Off Topic: Vaccine mandates aren’t ‘slavery’ — they’re necessary for safe schooling
Unqualified MAGA adherents are running Florida’s new health commission with an anti-science agenda that puts children at risk.
Opinion: It’s time for dining halls to beef up their meat-free options
As a leading institution in environmental sustainability, phasing out red meat could cut NYU’s food-related greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 50% while promoting healthier eating habits.
Editorial: Who to vote for in the NYC primaries
WSN endorses Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor — here’s what else to know.
Guest Essay: What would you have us do instead?
Hamza Mankor is a JD-Ph.D. student at the NYU School of Law.
Guest Essay: Why you should decorate your graduation cap
Sonya Posmentier is an associate professor in the Department of English at the College of Arts & Science.
Letter from the Editor: My goodbye to WSN
My time at the Washington Square News has come to an end as I wrap up my tenure as editor-in-chief — and, as sappy as it sounds, I couldn’t be more grateful for the lessons I’ve learned and the people I’ve met along the way.
Off Topic: Foreign films aren’t foes
President Donald Trump’s tariffs on foreign-produced films only serve to further the interests of Hollywood executives at the detriment of menial workers and foreign filmmakers.
Off Topic: Christian nationalism is a looming threat to religious freedom
Pope Francis’ death is a tragic loss for both Christian and progressive communities around the world and could lead to the further rise of Christian nationalism at home and abroad.
