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

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The Battle for LGBTQ Rights Is Far From Over

The Battle for LGBTQ Rights Is Far From Over

After the landmark 2015 case legalizing same-sex marriage, some believed the American fight for LGBTQ rights was over. However, three upcoming Supreme Court cases could change everything.
Emily Dai, Contributing Writer October 7, 2019

The Supreme Court is kicking off its new term this Tuesday with three monumental cases that could alter the direction of the LGBTQ rights movement. Altitude Express Inc. v. Zarda,...

Don't Call It Flip-Flopping, Call It Dynamic Democracy

Don’t Call It Flip-Flopping, Call It Dynamic Democracy

Akshay Prabhushankar, Staff Writer April 18, 2016
We expect legislators to do the right thing no matter public opinion, yet crush them at the polls if they act against the wishes of their constituency.
Stigma around politicians’ sexuality unwarranted

Stigma around politicians’ sexuality unwarranted

Lena Rawley, Staff Columnist October 3, 2014
Politicians should be judged without consideration of their sexuality.
Federal law encompasses same-sex couples

Federal law encompasses same-sex couples

February 10, 2014
States should move forward and legalize same-sex marriage.
Courtesy of the NYU LGBTQ Center via facebook.com

NYU Reacts: Marriage equality in New Jersey

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer October 22, 2013
The NYU community reacts to the ruling to allow gay marriage in New Jersey.
Supreme Court agenda might yield partisan rulings

Supreme Court agenda might yield partisan rulings

October 8, 2013
The Supreme Court returned in full force to the bench on Oct. 7 with a docket full of controversial topics.
Christie can afford to digress from constituents on gay marriage

Christie can afford to digress from constituents on gay marriage

Christina Coleburn, Contributing Columnist October 7, 2013
Gov. Chris Christie should not expend political capital for a potential Republican nomination in 2016 fighting gay marriage.
Pope Francis lays foundations for personal choice within church

Pope Francis lays foundations for personal choice within church

September 24, 2013
Pope Francis's statement last week about welcoming personal choices shows his dedication to tolerance within the Catholic church.
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SCOTUS gay marriage rulings spark new battles

June 27, 2013
The Supreme Court struck down DOMA on Wednesday, reinvigorating the battle for legal same-sex marriage especially among the youth.
France legalizing gay marriage should be a wake up call for the U.S. on social reform

France legalizing gay marriage should be a wake up call for the U.S. on social reform

April 25, 2013
The U.S. should follow in France's footsteps and finally legalize gay marriage.
Same-sex marriage is consistent with conservative values

Same-sex marriage is consistent with conservative values

March 27, 2013
As marriage equality goes to the Supreme Court, the WSN editorial staff demonstrates contrary to popular belief, that same-sex marriage is consistent with conservative ideology.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

French take to the streets in support of gay marriage

January 31, 2013
Tens of thousands marched in Paris last weekend, in support of French President François Hollande’s plan to legalize gay marriage and adoption by gay couples.