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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

Brooklyn breaks barrier, signs first openly gay NBA player

Brooklyn breaks barrier, signs first openly gay NBA player

February 25, 2014
Collins is this generation's Jackie Robinson.
Media reaction to Jason Collins unwarranted

Media reaction to Jason Collins unwarranted

May 4, 2013
Media coverage of Jason Collins' coming should move away from covering the negative reactions he has received, which will not matter in the grand scheme of his opening the door for other gay athletes to be public about their sexuality.

NBA center makes history by announcing he his gay

May 2, 2013
NBA player Jason Collins recently discussed his homosexuality, career and future in a Sports Illustrated article.