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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

Geneva II talks fall short, prove ineffective

January 27, 2014

Yesterday afternoon, the Syria peace talks in Geneva produced their first breakthrough. The UN mediator Lakhdar Brahimi reported that both parties have agreed upon conditions under...

CNN should focus on reporting, not drama

CNN should focus on reporting, not drama

October 3, 2013
There has been controversy over CNN’s lack of disclosure regarding the hosts’ political involvement with possible guests on the show "Crossfire."

U.S. intelligence should be kept on domestic front

September 12, 2013
Any assurance from the Obama administration that protections are in place for the privacy of American citizens is negated by not only the sensitive information being shared with a foreign country, but that it is being done without any restraint.
House Majority Leader Eric Cantor is endangering food stamp programs

House Majority Leader Eric Cantor is endangering food stamp programs

September 10, 2013
According to a recent piece in The New York Times, 49 million Americans live in “food insecure” households.
Syrian conflict requires U.S. intervention

Syrian conflict requires U.S. intervention

April 29, 2013
While some may argue the United States is too engaged in foreign conflicts, at this point in Syria, some type of action must be taken.
Despite controversial politics, Margaret Thatcher deserves respect

Despite controversial politics, Margaret Thatcher deserves respect

April 9, 2013
The "Iron Lady," Margaret Thatcher, passed away and left behind a legacy of debatable policies, yet respectable leadership.
Sextons attempt to connect with students falls short

Sexton’s attempt to connect with students falls short

April 2, 2013
The WSN Editorial Board feels NYU President Sexton needs to consider students' opinions more.
New York City drones program would infringe on individuals rights

New York City drones program would infringe on individuals’ rights

March 25, 2013
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's policy about drones threatens personal liberties.
Soda ban good in theory, other options less invasive

Soda ban good in theory, other options less invasive

March 12, 2013
Even if the soda ban were to make improve health, it does not take individual liberties into consideration.
Anthropologist rightfully denounces militarization

Anthropologist rightfully denounces militarization

February 27, 2013
Top anthropologist Marshall Sahlins’ resignation from the National Academy of Sciences brings up questions of scientific goals and application.
UNC dishonors rape victim with expulsion threats

UNC dishonors rape victim with expulsion threats

February 26, 2013
The University of North Carolina expulsion threats to a rape victim are reminiscent of honor killing.
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Violence Against Women Act wrongly rejected by Congress

February 25, 2013
Violence Against Women Act was wrongly rejected by Congress, and the redrafted version does not include all factions of women.