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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Opinion

Senate Democrats should apply nuclear option in face of Republican obstructionism

Senate Democrats should apply nuclear option in face of Republican obstructionism

November 20, 2013
Following Senate Republicans' third consecutive filibuster of an Obama-appointed judicial nominee, it is time for Democrats to strip the obstructionist party of the power to stop a yes-no vote.
Germany’s Third Gender Law not as progressive as it seems

Germany’s Third Gender Law not as progressive as it seems

November 20, 2013
While Germany's new Third Gender Law seems progressive because it provides a legal recognition of intersex individuals, it really perpetuates gender discrimination by denying intersex citizens basic rights and services.
NFL must monitor psychological trauma

NFL must monitor psychological trauma

November 20, 2013
In light of the recent incident surrounding Jonathan Martin and Richie Incognito, the NFL needs to place stricter regulations on bullying to help preserve players' mental health.
Scientists to suffer from psychological trauma

Scientists to suffer from psychological trauma

November 19, 2013
Productivity addiction, tenure leisure and financial anxiety are serious psychological illness that young scientists face today.
Online monitoring calls for international law

Online monitoring calls for international law

November 19, 2013
With the expansiveness of the Internet comes questions about its domain and regulation, which could be resolved by international laws.
Human Rights Council does not serve purpose

Human Rights Council does not serve purpose

November 18, 2013
The Human Rights Council is responsible “for promoting universal respect for the protection of all human rights.” Given this responsibility, the election of Saudi Arabia, China, Cuba and Russia is paradoxical.
U.S. must play active role in climate change policy-making

U.S. must play active role in climate change policy-making

November 18, 2013
In the wake of Typhoon Haiyan, the United States can no longer delay taking serious steps toward combating climate change.
Kennedy's assassination does not define his legacy

Kennedy’s assassination does not define his legacy

Christina Coleburn, Staff Columnist November 17, 2013
With the 20th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's assassination, his critics should realize his success and stop doubting his incomplete presidency.
Typhoon Haiyan portrays Philippines government as political disaster

Typhoon Haiyan portrays Philippines government as political disaster

November 17, 2013
Typhoon Haiyan has revealed the incompetence of the government in the Philippines.
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Op Ed Live: Sexton’s Legacy

November 15, 2013
Steinhardt professor Ted Magder and co-chair of the WSN editorial board Edward Radzivilovskiy debate President John Sexton’s legacy, university governance, votes of no confidence, the NYU 2031 expansion plan, and more.
Electric cars are practicable in the near future

Electric cars are practicable in the near future

November 14, 2013
Electric cars are the future of transportation.
Electric cars not realizable in the near future

Electric cars not realizable in the near future

November 14, 2013
Although electric cars provide a sustainable solution to personal transportation, the business models for these vehicles still need improvements.