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

Washington Square News

New York could be environmental leader

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board September 24, 2014
Global climate change has been a hot issue at the United Nations conference. De Blasio presented at the UN about climate change where he presented his administrations plan to tackle NYC emissions. If this plan is followed, New York will help lead the way in cutting greenhouse emissions in the US.
De Blasio fails to deliver on homelessness

De Blasio fails to deliver on homelessness

Johnpaul Baratta, Contributing Columnist September 24, 2014
De Blasio criticized the former administration for not properly addressing the homeless issue. Now, he is continuing previous policies and the homelessness rate has increased.
Staff Photo by Felipe De La Hoz

Panel evalutes de Blasio’s record

Alanna Bayarin, Contributing Writer September 4, 2014
Gallatin panel discussed progressiveness of the new mayor last night.
Ward Pettibone/WSN

De Blasio, Bartiromo examine city issues at Skirball Center

April 18, 2014
De Blasio answered questions from Bartiromo about his first 100 days as mayor and how he plans to overcome several challenges facing the city.
Omar's Oration: De Blasio must speak out against 2031 during visit

Omar’s Oration: De Blasio must speak out against 2031 during visit

April 15, 2014
Supporting a heedless, excessive expansion in the middle of one of New York City’s most historic neighborhoods only perpetuates the “tale of two cities” he warned against.
New York City arts education under siege

New York City arts education under siege

April 14, 2014
The arts can no longer be seen as expendable.
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De Blasio announces paid sick leave

March 25, 2014
Mayor Bill de Blasio signed the Earned Sick Time Act on March 20, which requires businesses with five or more employees to provide paid sick time for employees, which will come into action on April 1.
Avital Glibicky for WSN

De Blasio targets jaywalkers to stop traffic injuries

February 5, 2014
NYPD is ticketing more jaywalkers since Mayor de Blasio's "Vision Zero" plan was announced.
Felipe De La Hoz/WSN

Students, professors split on Bloomberg’s e-cigarette ban

January 29, 2014
The e-cigarette ban was one of Bloomberg's many health initiatives.
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Langone vice president joins de Blasio staff

December 10, 2013
Anthony Shorris, senior vice president and vice dean and Chief of staff, at NYU Langone has been appointed as the first deputy mayor to Bill de Blasio.
Profile: NYU Alumnus Bill de Blasio, 109th Mayor of New York City

Profile: NYU Alumnus Bill de Blasio, 109th Mayor of New York City

November 5, 2013
A profile of Bill de Blasio, 109th mayor-elect of New York City and NYU alumnus.
[LIVE BLOG] New York City Mayoral Election 2013

[LIVE BLOG] New York City Mayoral Election 2013

November 5, 2013
Live coverage of the 2013 Mayoral Election results.