Politics
Editorial: New York Democrats failed to protect voting rights
New York Republicans launched a well-funded campaign to defeat voting rights ballot initiatives. Democrats did not respond with the same effort or coordination. As a result, barriers to electoral participation, particularly for young people, will be upheld.
Opinion: Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ is a hit among college students suffering under student debt
The Netflix series “Squid Game” starts a conversation on the debt that college students cannot afford to disregard.
Opinion: NYU Langone failed by not designating Juneteenth as a holiday
Instead of offering employees an optional “Cultural Heritage Day” in place of Juneteenth, NYU Langone should do the right thing by acknowledging the historical significance of June 19.
Opinion: NYC deserves answers and reimbursements from Bill de Blasio
Before rushing to file for the governor’s race, Bill de Blasio should properly address his misuse of security detail as mayor and make appropriate financial reimbursements.
Opinion: Buffalo mayoral candidate India Walton deserves Democrats’ endorsement
The lack of support for democratic socialist India Walton among New York state Democrats is unacceptable and foolish politics.
Opinion: The UN is taking substantial action against climate change
Despite climate defeatism and cynicism surrounding the U.N., the organization is making a difference in the fight for a greener future.
Opinion: Kirsten Gillibrand needs to right the wrongs of her internship program
When it comes to her internship program, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is par for the course on the patronage, exploitation and corruption of Washington, D.C.
Opinion: Taking cheap shots at AOC hurts the progressive movement
After Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Met Gala attendance and Iron Dome vote, progressives are hurting the democratic socialist cause by joining in with the conservatives criticizing her.
Opinion: Don’t take progressive politicians at their word
Progressive politicians such as AOC and Jamaal Bowman have repeatedly abandoned their stated ideologies. It’s time we question if they truly champion the change we are looking for.
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.
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: 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.
