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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

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.
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.

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.
Rep. Paul Davis loses ground in Kansas

Rep. Paul Davis loses ground in Kansas

Johnpaul Baratta, Contributing Columnist October 20, 2014
While Davis could still emerge victorious in the KS gubernatorial race, Brownback now appears to be a modest favorite.
Political dynasties will lead until voted out

Political dynasties will lead until voted out

Johnpaul Baratta, Contributing Columnist September 30, 2014
It shouldn't be a surprise to voters that the presumed frontrunners of the 2016 president election are a Clinton and a Bush - they keep the family in.
Individual factors may sink Senate Democrats

Individual factors may sink Senate Democrats

Johnpaul Baratta, Contributing Columnist September 15, 2014
State-level factors will play an integral role in this November's Senate elections.
Midterm campaigning reflects political hypocrisy

Midterm campaigning reflects political hypocrisy

April 2, 2014
Compromise can only occur if representatives articulate consistent beliefs that benefit citizens.