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Opinion

Modern families need a push for paternity leave

Modern families need a push for paternity leave

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer November 29, 2015
True gender equality is unattainable until the stigma against men taking on traditionally feminine roles stops.
Claims of sexism against Sanders unfounded

Claims of sexism against Sanders unfounded

Max Schachere, Staff Writer November 23, 2015
Calling Bernie Sanders sexist is like calling Barack Obama racist. If actions speak louder than words, then people should look at Sanders voting history before any misconstrued soundbites.
Divestment is ineffective, sets poor precedent

Divestment is ineffective, sets poor precedent

Anand Balaji, Staff Writer November 23, 2015
Divestment will likely have no significant financial effect on the fossil fuel industry and distracts the public from more concrete reforms that can be made to combat climate change.
NYU must denounce White Student Union

NYU must denounce White Student Union

WSN Editoral Board November 23, 2015
Given that President John Sexton has pledged to continue the conversation on race and inclusion, the administration should denounce the Facebook page and continue to address the underlying racial tensions which cause these racist beliefs to fester.
On-demand services are reducing human interaction

On-demand services are reducing human interaction

Jonah Inserra, Contributing Writer November 23, 2015
Service apps like Uber, Postmates and Seamless, though undoubtedly effective in helping us keep up with the ever-increasing speed of our lives, represent another nail in the coffin of a once social, interpersonal society.
Diversity talks not going far enough

Diversity talks not going far enough

Debora L. Aponte Martinez, Student Services Committee Member November 23, 2015
NYU needs to take its commitment to these topics more seriously and act toward expanding them across the board, starting with basic services provided to its diverse student body.
Fair pay for NYU student workers

Fair pay for NYU student workers

Ryan Thomas, Student Senator November 23, 2015
Proactively addressing students’ concerns about the affordability of education at NYU will further demonstrate the incoming administration’s commitment to improving the university and ensuring fair compensation.
Gitmo has got to go

Gitmo has got to go

Elizabeth Moore, Deputy Opinion Editor November 19, 2015
The closure of Guantanamo would serve as a message to the world that the United States does not compromise its values in the face of fear, but stands on a firm ground of law and morality.
Letter from the Editor: NYU's Diversity and Inclusion Forum

Letter from the Editor: NYU’s Diversity and Inclusion Forum

Valentina Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief November 19, 2015

Dear Readers, Over the past several weeks, there has been a marked increase in discussions about racial tension on college campuses. From Mizzou to Yale and all over the country,...

Sexting scandal in Canon City opens argument to 'safer sexting'

Sexting scandal in Canon City opens argument to ‘safer sexting’

Katrina Wilson, Staff Writer November 18, 2015
Canon City authorities and high school administrators should have handled the recent sexting situation better.
In defense of Sam Harris

In defense of Sam Harris

Jonathan Patrick Haynes, Staff Writer November 17, 2015
As Sam Harris sets out on a new Australian book tour, it is important that criticisms do not become downright dishonest.
In times of crisis, don’t just hashtag your support

In times of crisis, don’t just hashtag your support

Grace Rogers, Contributing Writer November 17, 2015
Responding to the attacks in Paris by only changing a profile picture is not enough to truly support those affected.