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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

For Discipline in Politics, Turn to Veep Debate

Paris Martineau, Deputy Opinion Editor October 3, 2016
The vice presidential debate is something every prospective voter should carefully watch — and not because it is going to be scandalous and titillating, but precisely because it isn’t going to be.
The Real Trump Was Exposed at the First Debate — And It Was Ugly

The Real Trump Was Exposed at the First Debate — And It Was Ugly

Phoebe Kuo, Contributing Writer September 29, 2016
Trump's performance at the debate shows that he is unfit to be president.
Millennials Should Be Excited for Clinton

Millennials Should Be Excited for Clinton

Annie Cohen, Staff Writer September 26, 2016
Hillary Clinton is not Donald Trump with a few different policies and a better makeup artist. She is an intelligent, hardworking woman who has already accomplished an astonishing amount for this country, and who will continue to do so if elected president.
Judgment Looms for Uninformed Voters

Judgment Looms for Uninformed Voters

Zoe Hall, Copy Chief September 26, 2016
This election season, for many, is a bit of a downer. But instead of concerning ourselves so much with the most celebrated — and depressing — race, we should divert our attention towards those running in races that aren’t as flashy: judges.
College Republicans Drama Tests The Future of GOP

College Republicans Drama Tests The Future of GOP

Richard Shu, Staff Writer September 20, 2016
From the highest marks of the party itself, all the way down to the grassroots college-level efforts, Trump has cleaved a divide between those who stand up for the principles they believe in, even if it means betraying their party, and those who would rally behind an egotistical, lying braggart if only to keep their trembling elephant standing a little longer.
Trump Surrogates Erode Trust In Political Process

Trump Surrogates Erode Trust In Political Process

Annie Cohen, Staff Writer September 19, 2016
Donald Trump’s surrogates are a haphazard group of political and cultural eccentrics, most of whom have little to no knowledge of or experience in politics.
Antiquated Voting Equipment Threatens Democracy

Antiquated Voting Equipment Threatens Democracy

Akshay Prabhushankar, Deputy Opinion Editor September 13, 2016
Prudently maintaining suitable voting equipment is to preserve the integrity of American democracy.
Clinton’s 'Basket of Deplorables' Comment Is Both Accurate and Tactical

Clinton’s ‘Basket of Deplorables’ Comment Is Both Accurate and Tactical

Matthew Perry, Staff Writer September 12, 2016
Clinton’s statement was far too calculated to be labeled a gaffe.
For Clinton, Attempts at Transparency Don’t Fly

For Clinton, Attempts at Transparency Don’t Fly

WSN Editorial Board September 8, 2016
While Clinton's recent actions have been a welcome change from her usual guarded attitude towards the press, it is problematic that it has taken a year for her campaign to take this basic step.
Does the American Election System Even Want You to Vote?

Does the American Election System Even Want You to Vote?

Sofia Pereira, Contributing Writer September 8, 2016
The voting process may be a hassle, but it is up to us as dissatisfied members of this community to elect officials who will change the system.
After deciding whether to vote in New York or your home state, it is also important to cast your ballot on election day. Voting can be as simple as mailing in an absentee ballot

Don’t Let Your First Election Pass Without Voting

Maria Puertas, Contributing Writer September 6, 2016
WSN provides a student voter's handbook with important tips, tricks and deadlines for successfully voting this coming November.
A Clinton Guide to Repairing Voter Trust

A Clinton Guide to Repairing Voter Trust

Tegan Joseph Mosugu, Staff Writer May 2, 2016
If Clinton wants to have a chance at the presidency, she needs to bring disillusioned Sanders supporters into the fold.