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

Washington Square News

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.
Courtesy of Robert Raymond

Political portrait: Robert Raymond

October 26, 2012
Robert Raymond sees political activism as a way to promote social, economic, and environmental sustainability.
Courtesy of Claire Stottlemyer

Political portrait: Claire Stottlemyer

October 26, 2012
Gallatin senior makes an impact on the presidential election, encouraging student voter participation.
Courtesy of Michelle Pomeroy

Political portrait: Michelle Pomeroy

October 26, 2012
Michelle Pomeroy used a NYU research grant to explore societal issues in Asia.
Kristina Bogos/WSN

Political portrait: Students for Education Reform

October 26, 2012
Students in this NYU club seek to ensure better learning conditions for children in all public schools through raising community awareness.

The 2012 election according to celebrity tweets

October 26, 2012
Even celebrities have turned to Twitter during the election season.

Campaign goodies: top election books

October 26, 2012
Here are the best books for reading up for the 2012 election.