Michelle Han, Opinion Editor
Opinion: New York, make it easier to get on the ballot
New York state lawmakers’ efforts to reform ballot access laws highlight the need to make running for office more accessible.
Frederick Anderson experiments with texture and color at NYFW
Working with his classic bases of tweeds and mixed silhouettes, designer Frederick Anderson incorporated metallics, tassels and other vivid ornamentations to bring his designs to life.
Opinion: The NYC Board of Elections needs urgent reform
In light of the U.S. Senate’s failure to pass the John Lewis voting rights act, the New York state government must pass a bill to significantly reform the New York City Board of Elections in order to restore trust in democracy.
Opinion: Veterans Day underscores urgency of addressing military food insecurity
The federal government must repeal irrational barriers to food assistance amid the crisis of military food insecurity.
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: NYPD officers must be held legally accountable
Recent findings of NYPD officers' misconduct underscore the importance of strict disciplinary accountability.
Opinion: NYU should expand off-campus housing options abroad
NYU’s limitations on students choosing off-campus housing while studying abroad restricts financial accessibility.
Opinion: NYU should offer free local news subscriptions
NYU should sponsor free digital subscriptions to local news outlets for the university community, just as it does with The New York Times and Wall Street Journal.
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.
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: Hurricane Ida highlights need for a more comprehensive climate strategy
The historic devastation Hurricane Ida wrought upon New York underscores the urgency of investing in climate infrastructure. Eric Adams’ climate plans, which remain vague, must prioritize climate resiliency and corporate accountability.
Opinion: The Museum Gateway Program suspension is an opportunity to scrutinize our relationship with museums
While we cannot reverse the suspension of NYU’s Museum Gateway program, we can use this time to re-evaluate our relationships with museums and which ones we, as students, receive free admission to.
NYU climate action must prioritize Indigenous knowledge
In order to combat this climate crisis, we must rework spaces of environmental action to prioritize Indigenous knowledge.
