Washington Square News

Blake debacle underscores need for NYPD reform

WSN Editorial Board • September 14, 2015

The James Blake case is the latest case of NYPD misconduct. It is past time for Bratton and de Blasio to act.

Leslie eLab fosters entrepreneurial spirit

WSN Editorial Board • September 14, 2015

The NYU Leslie eLab is a good example of NYU promoting innovation, and it's this is a good thing.

NYU needs to move forward with divestment talks

WSN Editorial Board • September 9, 2015

The NYU administration is dragging its heels on divestment, and must acknowledge the promised meeting between the board of trustees and NYU Divest.

Refugee crisis demands action

WSN Editorial Board • September 8, 2015

The EU needs to cut the rhetorical heel-digging and start earnestly addressing the refugees at their doorstep.

Taxi medallion system needs overhaul

WSN Editorial Board • September 8, 2015

Uber may bring a welcome and deserved disruption to the taxi medallion service in NYC.

Independent bookstores need our love

WSN Editorial Board • August 28, 2015

NYU students can give back to the wider Greenwich Village community by supporting local bookstores where possible.

LS must clarify goals to reduce student confusion

WSN Editorial Board • April 30, 2015

NYU should work to alleviate the stigma that some Liberal Studies students feel.

Media coverage of Baltimore frustrating

WSN Editorial Board • April 28, 2015

The media coverage of the Baltimore riots has dismissed the largely peaceful protests and cleanup efforts.

Chipotle ignores science with GMO removal

WSN Editorial Board • April 28, 2015

Chipotle disregards science by hopping on the anti-GMO bandwagon.

Conversation over police brutality needs nuance

WSN Editorial Board • April 26, 2015

The East Village killing of David Felix prompts further conversation of police brutality and the necessity of good relations between the NYPD and New Yorkers.

New York City libraries deserve funding

WSN Editorial Board • April 22, 2015

Funding to update NYC public libraries should prioritize classes and technology over books.

Decriminalizing minor offenses a positive step

WSN Editorial Board • April 21, 2015

Reclassifying minor offenses as civil infractions rather than criminal offenses is a step in the right direction, and the city council is to be commended.