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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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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

All content by Allison De La Bastida
Stop Toying With Gender Stereotypes

Stop Toying With Gender Stereotypes

Allison De La Bastida, Staff Writer November 30, 2017
We are molded into gender roles for the future just by the influence of the plastic items in our hands. This all stems from the idea that there has to be a defined line between girl toys and boy toys.
Words Are Not Going to End Sexual Assault

Words Are Not Going to End Sexual Assault

Allison De La Bastida, Staff Writer November 14, 2017
Is anyone actually doing anything about the all the sexual misconduct that is occurring?
No Justice in Weinstein Case

No Justice in Weinstein Case

Allison De La Bastida, Staff Writer October 23, 2017
With multiple sexual assault allegations surfacing against producer Harvey Weinstein, it’s hard to tell whether any of these women will get the justice they rightfully deserve. Just take Bill Cosby's trial as an example.
SNL Structure Needs Update

SNL Structure Needs Update

Allison De La Bastida, Contributing Writer October 11, 2017
But one sketch, of one impersonation, from a non-cast member cannot be the sole reason of SNL. If it wants to keep on more than surviving on TV it’s due for some structural change, and fast before Baldwin gives up the Trump gig.
Puerto Rico Needs a Voice

Puerto Rico Needs a Voice

Allison De La Bastida, Contributing Writer October 10, 2017
Trump's reaction to the mass shooting in Las Vegas was exactly the type of response a president should have when dealing with such a sensitive matter. But, where was it in Puerto Rico?
The Unfortunate Fall of the Magazine Business

The Unfortunate Fall of the Magazine Business

Allison De La Bastida, Contributing Writer September 26, 2017
This September, four editors from the top three biggest U.S. magazine publishers have announced their resignations. However, their decisions are understandable as no one wants to be remembered as the editor in charge when a magazine finally lost to its waiting successor: technology.
DACA Decision Shows Lack of Leadership

DACA Decision Shows Lack of Leadership

Allison De La Bastida, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
Congress, now, have a chance to retaliate for failing to pass the DREAM Act, which would have resolved undocumented immigration issue years ago. This is the time to make all those voices supporting DACA come into one and defend those 800,000 kids.