Opinion
Opinion: NYU must do more for Hispanic Heritage Month
In the month-long celebration of Latine people and heritage, is the university doing enough to celebrate the students and faculty that fall under this umbrella?
Opinion: Close Rikers now
Amid an alarming rise in suicides, neglect and unlivable conditions, it is incumbent upon Mayor Bill de Blasio to shut down Rikers Island jail complex and stop wasting taxpayer money on pointless reforms.
Staff Rants: The Mario movie
Here are our thoughts on the Mario movie. Enjoy!
Opinion: The true crime of Gabby Petito’s story was domestic violence
The Gabby Petito conversation cannot overlook how our legal system inadequately handles domestic abuse.
Opinion: Andy King’s ribbon-cutting appearance underscores weak NYC governmental accountability
Making public appearances alongside the ex-councilman after his removal from office for workplace misconduct, New York City politicians send mixed signals on accountability. They must do better by cutting ties with perpetrators and fulfilling their promised audit for sexual harassment policies.
Editorial: NYC taxi drivers deserve better than de Blasio’s deal
The debt relief plan offered by Mayor Bill de Blasio should be amended to financially protect taxi workers after decades of deregulation and private greed.
De Blasio must deliver for delivery workers
The New York City Council passed an unprecedented slate of legislation that will protect delivery workers from unsafe working conditions. Bill de Blasio should sign it immediately.
Opinion: AOC’s Met Gala stunt and the frivolous performance of class solidarity
AOC’s Met Gala dress was tone-deaf, but what do the surrounding arguments reveal about NYU students’ own ignorance regarding class and privilege?
Opinion: Don’t blame feminists for low male enrollment
New studies show lower male enrollment in universities, which can be attributed to anti-college rhetoric directed toward young men.
Opinion: Recent gropings highlight NYU’s weak approach to sexual misconduct
In light of this semester’s string of serial gropings, serious changes must be made to NYU’s sexual harassment policy.
Opinion: NYCHA’s privatization plans must be put on hold
Ongoing class-action lawsuits filed by tenants of Queensbridge Houses underscore the hazardous living conditions and lack of transparency that characterize the New York City Housing Authority’s transition to private management through the Rental Assistance Demonstration program. Until residents are given a seat at the table, RAD must be put on hold.
Opinion: NYU must create a more welcoming community for transfer students
Transfer students are often isolated from the university community. NYU could make some simple changes to ensure that everyone feels welcome on campus.
