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

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All content by Dan Moritz-Rabson
Syrian Ceasefire Undermined by Russia's Political Bullying

Syrian Ceasefire Undermined by Russia’s Political Bullying

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Writer February 12, 2016
Even as the U.S. government emphasized the necessity of reaching a political agreement to end the war, it now negotiates with little power. While the countries backing the regime exhibit a willingness to continue pouring money and fighters into Syria, those pushing for peace display a desire to end the conflict.
Sexton expansion came at cost of current students

Sexton expansion came at cost of current students

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Writer December 7, 2015
The same ideology that enabled NYU to develop as a global force has resulted in the inability for the university to adequately provide for its current attendees.
Crowds rally in front of Coles Sports Center on Wednesday, December 2, for the NYU Walk of Shame, organized by GSOC/UAW, the union for graduate employees at NYU.

[UPDATE] Walk of Shame criticizes NYU for graduate worker contract violations

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Writer December 2, 2015
The Graduate Student Organizing Committee held a Walk of Shame outside of Coles to protest various graduate worker job losses and the imminent closure of Coles gym.
The new purple dot anti-smoking campaign has seen limited success amongst students.

Tobacco-free initiative struggles to spark among students

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Writer October 6, 2015
Following up on NYU's Purple Dot anti-smoking campaign.

Artist draws attention to drone strike casualties

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Writer September 22, 2015
An artist set up red cups in Washington Square Park to represent those killed in drone strikes in countries in the Middle East.
Tabloids raise issues of privacy, celebrity culture

Tabloids raise issues of privacy, celebrity culture

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Writer December 2, 2014
Marilyn Monroe's very personal love letters are proof of our fascination with celebrity life and the tabloid journalism that feeds it.
Ferguson highlights prevalent racial inequality

Ferguson highlights prevalent racial inequality

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Writer November 25, 2014
Rather than tackling the systemic problems that create tense race relations, misinformed people are deflecting blame to the oppressed
Modern democracy defense prevents progress

Modern democracy defense prevents progress

Dan Moritz-Rabson October 28, 2014
Americans must embrace government evolution. Change will come from a rethinking of established politics.
Gun control efforts too limited in scope

Gun control efforts too limited in scope

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Writer October 23, 2014
Gun control should extend beyond limitations on those with diagnosed mental health issues.
 Subway security unlikely to stop attack

Subway security unlikely to stop attack

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Columnist October 15, 2014
The presence of highly armed officers can impinge on personal freedom and waste resources while offering no benefit.
Curbing environmental degradation requires legitimate efforts

Curbing environmental degradation requires legitimate efforts

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Columnist October 9, 2014
Until leaders solidify their efforts with clear mandates to restrain destructive practices, efforts to curb climate change will be ineffective.
Shameful treatment of veterans reflects political hypocrisy

Shameful treatment of veterans reflects political hypocrisy

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Staff Columnist September 25, 2014
Despite the frequency with which politicians proclaim their devotion to veterans, the actual legislation to substantiate their professed gratitude is lacking.
Prescription medication not only solution to mental illness

Prescription medication not only solution to mental illness

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Columnist September 25, 2014
Prescription medication is not necessarily the ideal remedy for mental illnesses.
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Prydz to bring new style to MSG

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Writer September 23, 2014
EDM artist Eric Prydz prepares to outdo himself again with EPIC 3.0, his latest Madison Square Garden show
Obama fails to comprehend Iraq instability

Obama fails to comprehend Iraq instability

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Columnist September 16, 2014
It appears Obama is repeating his predecessor's mistakes in Iraq.