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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

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Guest Essay: On this grim anniversary, we must turn to Jewish-Arab organizations

Joseph Hillyard is a student leader within J Street U at NYU, a campus group that works within the mainstream of the Jewish community to advocate for a diplomatic resolution to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Joseph Hillyard, Guest Contributor October 7, 2025

The week of the United Nations General Assembly, I found myself in a familiar place. Alongside a group of Israeli expats, I stood across the street from Prime Minister Benjamin...