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Voter Suppression Is Not a Clinton Conspiracy

Voter Suppression Is Not a Clinton Conspiracy

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer March 28, 2016
Instead of banding together in the face of this obvious voter suppression, members of the Democratic party have been spewing vitriol at each other, with some placing blame on Hillary Clinton’s campaign and the Democratic National Committee for these events. Rage against voter suppression should be directed towards national election reform, not used as political ammunition against fellow Democrats.
Chris Christie Poisons New Jersey with Lead, Self

Chris Christie Poisons New Jersey with Lead, Self

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer March 28, 2016

Failed presidential candidate and reviled governor Chris Christie made an inglorious return to New Jersey without a single delegate in favor of his campaign. Back in the Garden...

Free Speech Post-Gawker Will Be Just Fine

Free Speech Post-Gawker Will Be Just Fine

Tommy Collison, Staff Writer March 28, 2016
A sex tape is only a “major scandal” if Gawker chooses to shove a retired wrestler back into the spotlight for no other discernible reason than to grab eyeballs and earn ad revenue.
Capitalism Won't Solve Cuban Inequality

Capitalism Won’t Solve Cuban Inequality

Connor Borden, Contributing Writer March 28, 2016
With no chance of mobility and a pittance from the central government, the poverty-stricken population of Cuba cannot hope to escape the cycle of poverty.
Density Bonuses Promote Sustainable Housing Affordability

Density Bonuses Promote Sustainable Housing Affordability

Aaron Reuben, Contributing Writer March 25, 2016
If de Blasio wants to keep affordable housing around for the long term, his development plan sorely needs a density bonuses that incentivize developers to keep building affordable units.
No-Sex Education Leaves Teens Uninformed, Unprepared

No-Sex Education Leaves Teens Uninformed, Unprepared

Nishka Dhawan, Contributing Writer March 25, 2016
Too many students enter the real world with little to no knowledge of what sex is and are left unsure and anxious because all they know about sex is the number of diseases it causes. Schools need to familiarize students with consent and make them feel comfortable with their bodies, and moreover, what they can do with their bodies.
Ask NYU For Change and You Shall Receive — Maybe

Ask NYU For Change and You Shall Receive — Maybe

WSN Editorial Board March 24, 2016
The open suggestion box is a critical next step, not only for Hamilton’s affordability mission, but also his ongoing efforts to create a more transparent administration. But it remains to be seen how well the administration will respond.
Recognizing the Islam of the Islamic State

Recognizing the Islam of the Islamic State

Patrick Seaman, Staff Writer March 24, 2016
In order defeat our enemies, we must first understand them. And if we wish to do so, we need to be able to not only accept the fact that ISIS is Islamic, but also differentiate between being rooted in Islam and representing Islam.
Trump Is the Worst Candidate for Women

Trump Is the Worst Candidate for Women

Annie Cohen, Staff Writer March 23, 2016
America doesn’t need a president who resorts to name-calling and infantile insults the moment anyone disagrees with him.
Clinton Beats Sanders on LGBTQ Rights

Clinton Beats Sanders on LGBTQ Rights

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer March 23, 2016
Clinton’s progressive credentials on LGBT issues should not be dismissed based solely on her past stance on marriage equality.
Trump’s Visa Plan Threatens NYU Indian Students

Trump’s Visa Plan Threatens NYU Indian Students

Pranati Wadhawan, Contributing Writer March 23, 2016
Trump’s proposals threatens a growing number of young Indians like myself studying in the U.S.
What’s Bad for America is Bad for Journalism

What’s Bad for America is Bad for Journalism

WSN Editorial Board March 23, 2016
The rampant corporate influence on news coverage this election cycle threatens the integrity of journalism and American democracy.