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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

Opinion

NYU should stand up for workers, stop Adidas contract

February 20, 2013
Students join in the effort against Adidas worker abuse.

North Korea displays inconsistent politics

February 20, 2013
North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un has big shoes to fill, following in his father Kim Jung-un's footsteps. The Hermit Kingdom's new leader may be too young and unexperienced to govern effectively.
Obama must reveal motive for funding DARPA in brain mapping project

Obama must reveal motive for funding DARPA in brain mapping project

February 19, 2013
The Obama administration needs to be more transparent with regards to its scientific funding.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Iran presents contradictory nuclear stance

February 19, 2013
Iran's criticism of North Korea's nuclear test decisions is hypocritical.
Open hydrofracking laws must pass

Open hydrofracking laws must pass

February 19, 2013
The benefits of hydrofracking far outweigh the possible side effects being debated by scientists.
Courtesy of Brittany Sherman

New Jersey high school policy should consider equality

February 14, 2013
Queen of Peace High School tries to define qualities of a young lady, but they do not address males.
Courtesy of Nina Golshan

Patriot Act does not protect immigrant civil liberties

February 14, 2013
The Patriot Act is a glaring infringement upon the most fundamental values that shaped our nation.
Gloria Lee/WSN

Egypt faces political issues, social strife

February 14, 2013
While a new democracy has defined post-Mubarak Egypt, the nation is still rife with corruption, poverty and civil unrest.
America must use diplomacy in response to North Korea nuclear test

America must use diplomacy in response to North Korea nuclear test

February 14, 2013
Rather than the aggressive military response proposed by new Secretary of State John Kerry, the U.S. should look toward a disarmament agreement to answer North Korea's nuclear test.
Marriage equality debate must be separated from partisanship

Marriage equality debate must be separated from partisanship

February 14, 2013
United Kingdom and France pass gay marriage bills, causing strong opposing reactions in other countries.
Obama needs to solidify military policy

Obama needs to solidify military policy

February 13, 2013
While President Obama has decreased the military presence in the Middle East, he did not specify future military programs.
Liberating drug usage would improve economy

Liberating drug usage would improve economy

February 13, 2013
Society would benefit from the legalization of drugs.