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

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Framing the issue: health care

October 26, 2012
For students this election, the healthcare is a topic that should be closely followed.
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Framing the issue: environment

October 26, 2012
With the election drawing closer, candidates remain relatively quiet on environmental issues.
Meryll Preposi/WSN, Francis Poon/WSN

Campaign donations translated in terms of student tuition

October 26, 2012
During the campaign season thousands of dollars are donated to the candidates, money that could pay for countless tuitions and macbooks.

Most commonly used convention words

October 26, 2012
Here are some of the most used words from the acceptance speeches the nominees.
Power players: first ladies

Power players: first ladies

October 26, 2012
Ann Romney and Michelle Obama leave their mark on the campaign trail with political and philanthropic beliefs.
Power players: vice presidents

Power players: vice presidents

October 26, 2012
From women’s rights to the wars in the Middle East, Vice President Joe Biden and Representative Paul Ryan have starkly different views.
Power players: third-party candidates

Power players: third-party candidates

October 26, 2012
Third-party candidates bring fresh perspectives and unique influences to the presidential election.

Power players: presidential pets

October 26, 2012
A quick look of our Presidents' best buddies.
Francis Poon/WSN

Deciding factors: swing states

October 26, 2012
Although all states influence the election, whether a swing state goes Republican or Democrat can decide the outcome.
William Martin for WSN

Deciding factors: Hispanic voter

October 26, 2012
Minority voters, like the "Hispanic vote," could play a role in the outcome of the 2012 election.

Deciding factors: impact of social media

October 26, 2012
With many students voting for the first time this fall, students are taking to social media to express their opinions and connect with the candidates.

Campaign goodies: If I were elected President tomorrow…

October 26, 2012
Students speculate on how they would change the country and the world, if they took up the office of president.