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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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NYU College Republicans feel that it was unfair of the university to cancel the Milo Yiannopoulos talk. They are trying again to have the event, successfully this time.

College Republicans Continue Fight for Milo

Faith Gates, Staff Writer October 24, 2016
Students had mixed reactions after the Milo Yiannopoulos speech the College Republicans had planned was cancelled.
Milo Yiannopoulos has sparked controversy as one of the online leaders of the alt-right movement. Yiannopoulos, who had his scheduled talk at NYU canceled, is currently touring college campuses across the country.

Milo Yiannopoulos Talk Canceled Due to Security Concerns

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor October 16, 2016
NYU canceled a College Republicans talk on Nov. 17, where they planned to host British journalist Milo Yiannopoulos as part of his "Dangerous Faggot Tour."
NYU Reacts: Second Presidential Debate

NYU Reacts: Second Presidential Debate

NYU students weigh in on last night's presidential debate.
Yiannopoulos Visit Has Every Right to Happen

Yiannopoulos Visit Has Every Right to Happen

WSN Editorial Board October 10, 2016
In the interest of free speech on campus, the College Republicans should be free to host Yiannopoulous. Whether someone wants to take him seriously as a political voice or dismiss him as a clownish caricature should be up to that individual.
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.
Proudly proclaiming his Trump allegiance, Nachmany changed his Facebook profile picture with the caption “Let’s make America great again.”

Trump Controversy Reaches State Level

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor September 19, 2016
The New York College Republicans Federation has been plunged into controversy as Cornell Republicans threatened to sue SPS senior Eli Nachmany for decertifying the club after it officially endorsed Libertarian Gary Johnson.
President-elect, Donald Trump, proposed many ideas during his presidential campaign, but due to their equivocation on the major issues, here are the top 6 that will impact NYU students.

Divide Among NYU College Republicans Over Endorsing Trump

Diamond Naga Siu and Abraham Gross September 13, 2016
With the election only weeks away, NYU College Republicans are divided over endorsing their party's nominee.
Bernie Sanders  is rallying for support in Washington Square Park ahead of next week's New York primary.

LIVE: Bernie Sanders Brings the Bern to Washington Square Park

Anne Cruz and Lexi Faunce April 13, 2016
NYU students prepare to "feel the Bern" as Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders will hold a rally in Washington Square Park tonight.
Colonel Richard Kemp speaks passionately to NYU students about the morality of Israel's army.

Students Host Former Colonel in Discussion on War Crimes and Terrorism

Brooke Jensen, Staff Writer April 11, 2016
Former Col. Richard Kemp of the British military spoke with members of Realize Israel and the College Republicans of NYU Monday evening.
NY Gov. candidate talks term limits at College Republicans event

NY Gov. candidate talks term limits at College Republicans event

Rahul Krishnamoorthy, Deputy News Editor October 16, 2014
Gubernatorial candidate Rob Astorino spoke at the NYU Kimmel Center for University Life to discuss issues relating to the upcoming election.
Shawn Paik/WSN

Republican gubernatorial candidate discusses plans for New York

April 18, 2014
When asked what he would like to change first as governor, Rob Astorino named employment.
Daniel Cole for WSN

College Democrats, Republicans square off in debate

March 27, 2014
The NYU College Democrats and the NYU College Republicans held their second semi-annual debate on March 27.