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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

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

Washington Square News

Open the door to Cuba and let change in

Open the door to Cuba and let change in

Akshay Prabhushankar, Contributing Writer October 14, 2015
The humanitarian situation in Cuba under US embargoes is deplorable. Congress must authorize the lifting of the embargo to improve US trade and get the nation of Cuba back on its feet.
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Students study art in Havana

Meranda Yslas October 2, 2014
Students have the opportunity to spend a semester studying photography, dance and video production as well as experiencing daily life in the longtime United States embargoed country, Cuba.
Human Rights Council does not serve purpose

Human Rights Council does not serve purpose

November 18, 2013
The Human Rights Council is responsible “for promoting universal respect for the protection of all human rights.” Given this responsibility, the election of Saudi Arabia, China, Cuba and Russia is paradoxical.
After Jay-Z and Beyonce Cuba trip, Obama should end embargo

After Jay-Z and Beyonce Cuba trip, Obama should end embargo

April 25, 2013
Obama has an opportunity to alter the policy now, and he should take it.
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U.S. should look to Cuban dissidents as sources of change

March 13, 2013
As Cuba inches closer to reform, the U.S. government should look to dissidents as the potential agents of change in Cuba.
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Cuban immigration reforms will prove ineffective and dangerous

February 7, 2013
Recent Cuban immigration reform poses unlikely drawbacks.
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Ending embargo means real freedom for Cubans

October 22, 2012
Cubans and Cuban-Americans still endure the harmful effects of the U.S. government's embargo after fifty-two years.
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Cuban hunger strikes deserve our attention

September 23, 2012
The United States should pay more attention to hunger strikes in Cuba.