Government
Opinion: It’s now or never for reproductive justice
Recent abortion restrictions and bans threaten reproductive rights — especially with the challenging of Roe v. Wade in June 2022. The way to protect reproductive justice lies in intersectionality.
Opinion: Struggling New Yorkers need Good Cause Eviction legislation
The state eviction moratorium expired in February, leaving thousands of New Yorkers — Black renters in particular — vulnerable to homelessness. A proposed Good Cause Eviction bill would limit rent hikes and reduce evictions.
Opinion: New York, make it easier to get on the ballot
New York state lawmakers’ efforts to reform ballot access laws highlight the need to make running for office more accessible.
Editorial: Eric Adams needs to house the homeless, not attack them
Mayor Adams wants to make our trains safer by removing unhoused individuals. His plan, unfortunately, relies heavily on policing and other forms of carceral violence.
Editorial: Hamilton, implement the SGA’s transportation resolution
By instituting discounted subway fares for the NYU community, the university could do its part to support students in need and provide stimulus to local businesses.
Opinion: NYU must take a stand for academic freedom abroad
Multiple NYU study-away sites have been forced into academic censorship. Enough is enough.
Opinion: The country needs a pro-democracy movement. It can start with you.
Following the Senate’s failure to pass voting rights legislation, succumbing to defeatism is no longer an option.
Opinion: The Jan. 6 insurrection, one year later
In order to ensure the health and safety of U.S. democracy, the Senate must censure or expel Republican Sens. Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley.
Opinion: Senate hopeful J.D. Vance embodies American conservatism’s anti-intellectualism
American conservatives are taking up arms against education itself in a misguided and dangerous anti-intellectual crusade.
Editorial: New York Democrats failed to protect voting rights
New York Republicans launched a well-funded campaign to defeat voting rights ballot initiatives. Democrats did not respond with the same effort or coordination. As a result, barriers to electoral participation, particularly for young people, will be upheld.
Opinion: Striking down New York’s gun law could harm Black and brown people
If the Supreme Court makes a conservative decision in NRA v. Bruen, Black and brown people in New York City could be harmed.
Opinion: NYC deserves answers and reimbursements from Bill de Blasio
Before rushing to file for the governor’s race, Bill de Blasio should properly address his misuse of security detail as mayor and make appropriate financial reimbursements.
