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Kavanaugh Accusations Display Potential Dangers of the #MeToo Movement

Kavanaugh Accusations Display Potential Dangers of the #MeToo Movement

Max Gordon, Contributing Writer October 3, 2018
Read one writer's thoughts on why Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation hearing could show the dangers of the "Me Too" movement.
Brett Kavanaugh Thinks His Confirmation Hearings Will Discourage Public Service. That’s Nonsense

Brett Kavanaugh Thinks His Confirmation Hearings Will Discourage Public Service. That’s Nonsense

Judge Brett Kavanaugh grossly underestimated the passion people have for public service in his opening statement last Thursday.
Mickey Desruisseaux, Columnist October 2, 2018
Judge Brett Kavanaugh grossly underestimated the passion people have for public service in his opening statement last Thursday.
Why Does NYU Lack a Space for Non-Partisan Discussions?

Why Does NYU Lack a Space for Non-Partisan Discussions?

Nosheen Hossain, Contributing Writer October 2, 2018
To her dismay, our writer couldn't find a club that provides space for nonpartisan political discussion. Those kind of conversations, though, are the answer to bridging the deep political divide.
The Middle East Is More Than Just War and Oil

The Middle East Is More Than Just War and Oil

Jasem Alzaabi, Columnist October 1, 2018
Columnist Jasem Alzaabi reflects on the stereotyped interpretations of the UAE that he has experienced while studying at NYU Tandon.
Stop Perpetuating Misleading Narratives on Suicide

Stop Perpetuating Misleading Narratives on Suicide

Natasha Jokic, Contributing Writer October 1, 2018
Read one writer's perspective on why damaging portrayals and discussions of suicide in the media are harmful and reductionist.
Global Citizen Affirms Fear Is the New Normal

Global Citizen Affirms Fear Is the New Normal

WSN Editorial Board October 1, 2018
A shooting scare at the Global Citizen Festival is indicative of a larger cultural and generational problem of gun safety.
How NYU Should Approach Free Speech and Trigger Warnings

How NYU Should Approach Free Speech and Trigger Warnings

Sarah John, Contributing Writer October 1, 2018
An institution as tolerant as NYU should better implement trigger warnings on campus and in the classroom.
Jeff Flake Is Not a Hero

Jeff Flake Is Not a Hero

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor October 1, 2018
Though Senator Jeff Flake ensured that there would be an FBI investigation of the sexual assault claims against Judge Brett Kavanaugh, he is far from being our saving grace.
What Entertainment Asks of Artists of Color — And How We Say No

What Entertainment Asks of Artists of Color — And How We Say No

To make it in the world of entertainment, artists of color are forced to play caricatures of themselves. How do we stop this?
Ash Ryoo, Columnist September 28, 2018
To make it in the world of entertainment, artists of color are forced to play caricatures of themselves. How do we stop this?
Foreign Language Placement Exams Need Fine-Tuning

Foreign Language Placement Exams Need Fine-Tuning

The foreign language placement exams don't do a thorough job of measuring proficiency.
Sima Doctoroff, Contributing Writer September 28, 2018
One student's experience being misplaced by a placement test.
Democratize the United Nations

Democratize the United Nations

Cole Stallone, Contributing Writer September 27, 2018
In the wake of President Donald Trump's recent speech at the U.N., read one writer's take on the issues plaguing the U.N. as an organization.
Make Laundry Services Worth the Dollar

Make Laundry Services Worth the Dollar

Ethan Zack, Contributing Writer September 26, 2018
A writer's take on laundry room horror stories and why the NYU residence hall laundry rooms could use a bit of improvement.