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'Deadpool' Makes R-Rating Mainstream

‘Deadpool’ Makes R-Rating Mainstream

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer February 22, 2016
We have finally reached an age in which the R-rating does not dissuade audiences from attending a film, but rather further entices them.
Letter to the Editor: Assange Can't Use Infamy To Hide Anymore

Letter to the Editor: Assange Can’t Use Infamy To Hide Anymore

Jarret Freeman, Contributing Writer February 22, 2016
Assange is not free to escape the institution of law that governs modern society which he aims to evade in any way possible. The very institutions that Assange made his mission in undermining are the very institutions that he looks to for solace in his effort to escape to Ecuador.
With Bush Gone, Moderates Have Nowhere to Turn

With Bush Gone, Moderates Have Nowhere to Turn

Emily Fong, Deputy Opinion Editor February 22, 2016
Jeb Bush’s bid for the presidency was one best suited to an earlier era in time, not the current cycle of screaming and shouting that has begun to characterize our national discourse.
Specialized University Campuses Shortchange Student Opportunities

Specialized University Campuses Shortchange Student Opportunities

Richard Shu, Opinion Editor February 22, 2016
If the university’s goal is to promote innovation and job-creating entrepreneurship in its students, to prepare them for the complexities of the modern workforce, it won’t do so by producing hyper-specialized wonks.
Obama's Disposition Towards Cuba Proves the U.S. Has Come A Long Way

Obama’s Disposition Towards Cuba Proves the U.S. Has Come A Long Way

Abraham Gross, Deputy Opinion Editor February 19, 2016
A publicized presidential visit conveys good intentions, but a U.S. company creating jobs shows a deeper commitment to the Cuban people.
Feeling the Bern, Not the White Bashing

Feeling the Bern, Not the White Bashing

Khanya Mtshali, Contributing Writer February 19, 2016
There’s no doubt there are inequalities in our society which should be eradicated. To do so, we need to have dialogue that doesn’t descend into cheap insults over our identities.
The FBI Has No Right To Strong-Arm Apple Into a New Encryption System

The FBI Has No Right To Strong-Arm Apple Into a New Encryption System

WSN Editorial Board February 18, 2016
Privacy advocates and many in the tech industry have raised concerns that the FBI's requested backdoor could be leaked, leaving millions of iPhone owners susceptible to breach. Given the risks that it would pose to private citizens, Apple should continue to fight the court’s edict.
Stay Out of Womens' Sex Lives, CDC

Stay Out of Womens’ Sex Lives, CDC

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer February 18, 2016
The CDC’s declaration puts the rights of a fetus that might not even exist before the rights of women everywhere. Perhaps if we served every shot with a complementary pregnancy test, or had a candy bowl full of Plan B next to the coat check, the CDC might feel more at ease.
If the MTA Won't, NYU Should Supplement Student Travel Fees

If the MTA Won’t, NYU Should Supplement Student Travel Fees

WSN Editorial Board February 17, 2016
It is only fair that the school which promises students gathered from far and wide a chance to explore the city should help them make the most of the opportunity.
Syrian Peace Talks Are an Ammunition for War

Syrian Peace Talks Are an Ammunition for War

Daniel Moritz-Rabson, Staff Writer February 17, 2016
Those across the world who have cried out for a resolution in Syria, including students at NYU who have rallied to put an end to the injustice, should remain vigilant for half-hearted promises.
With His Passing, Scalia Leaves Senseless Sycophants

With His Passing, Scalia Leaves Senseless Sycophants

Richard Shu, Opinion Editor February 16, 2016
Scalia was the best of the bad bunch. He forced his opposition to rethink their positions and develop their arguments rigorously and thoughtfully. Before activists celebrate his passing, they should realize that Scalia possessed many gifts that his sycophants lack.
Employees Get the Short End of the Share Economy

Employees Get the Short End of the Share Economy

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer February 16, 2016
Yet for workers at these companies the end results are not as idyllic. In the share economy, workers often bear costs which more traditional businesses normally would.