Washington Square News

Campaign shifts needed for millenial vote

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board • November 3, 2014

Millennials are drawn to vote by pressing issues, and politicians must remember this shift in voter sentiment when they campaign.

Criminal record inquiries on Common App unjust

WSN Editorial Board • October 30, 2014

Information on a college applicant's criminal record should be re-evaluated as it pertains to the Common App.

NYC jail suicide review tackles ignored problem

WSN Editorial Board • October 29, 2014

NYC is launching a review of suicides in jails. This is a good way for NYC to lead the nation in addressing an issue often ignored.

Effects of stop-and-frisk policy persist in NYC

WSN Editorial Board • October 28, 2014

While the number of stops have decreased, the trauma caused by the former stop-and-frisk policy remains an issue for many New Yorkers.

Quarantine of aid workers reprehensible

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board • October 27, 2014

In establishing their quarantine policy, Cuomo and Christie made an ill-informed choice that contradicts medical expertise.

Bronx can recover from Barnes & Noble closure

WSN Editorial Board • October 23, 2014

The closure of the only large booksellers in the Bronx is a blow, but the community can recover.

Investigation will help NYC homeless shelters

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board • October 22, 2014

Mayor Bill de Blasio's decision to investigate the city's homeless shelters procedures is a positive step towards improving homeless safety.

Met protests must reflect First Amendment rights

WSN Editorial Board • October 21, 2014

Controversial opera "The Death of Klinghoffer" is set to debut at the Met this fall, much to the dismay of some prominent protesters.

Term limits valuable for NY ethics reform

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board • October 20, 2014

At an NYU event, NY Gov. candidate Rob Astorino advocated for term limit reform, a notable suggestion for ethics reform.

Campaign aimed toward New Yorkers beneficial

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board • October 16, 2014

There are different ways to experience NYC.

NYC’s Ebola plan reassures residents

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board • October 15, 2014

The precautions NYC officials have taken against Ebola should reassure residents.

NYC finds balance between privacy, safety

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board • October 8, 2014

NYC has put an end to a possible smartphone tracking program. This is a step in the right direction for NYC in balancing personal privacy with public security.