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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

Presidential Debates Favor Squabbles over Substance

Presidential Debates Favor Squabbles over Substance

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer February 2, 2016
Only through vigorous and substantive debate can we gain the information necessary to make informed decisions. However, the excessive showmanship in the debates have forced policy discussions to take a back seat as candidates try to throw the best zinger against one another.
NYU Senior Phylicia Ashley, outside CAS where she studies Journalism.

On the job: Phylicia Ashley

Daniela Cobos, Contributing Writer October 13, 2015
NYU Senior Phylicia Ashley manages on-campus involvement, a full course load, and an internship with The Today Show.
Dismissive responses to catcalling problematic

Dismissive responses to catcalling problematic

Annie Cohen, Staff Columnist November 10, 2014
Street harassment does not exist in a vacuum and to effectively address it, discussions cannot have dismissive tones.
Christina's Case: Privacy scarce in porn industry

Christina’s Case: Privacy scarce in porn industry

Christina Coleburn, Deputy Opinion Editor March 10, 2014
Privacy is an unreasonable expectation for people in the public eye.
CNN should focus on reporting, not drama

CNN should focus on reporting, not drama

October 3, 2013
There has been controversy over CNN’s lack of disclosure regarding the hosts’ political involvement with possible guests on the show "Crossfire."
Media coverage of D.C. shooting distracts from policy reform

Media coverage of D.C. shooting distracts from policy reform

September 17, 2013
After a shooter killed 12 people on a naval base in Washington, D.C., the government needs to focus on gun-reform policy and not media coverage.