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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

The Art of Fake Apologies in Sexual Harassment Cases

The Art of Fake Apologies in Sexual Harassment Cases

Tyler Crews, Deputy Sports Editor December 4, 2017
After a string of apologies from famous media and Hollywood personalities who were caught for sexual harassment, we have to remember that sorry is not enough.
On Nov. 7 the Verbatim Performance Lab released a mock debate between Matt Lauer and Kellyanne Conway. The lab is famous for then switching the genders of the debaters.

Verbatim Performance Lab Interrogates Interview

Amelia McBain, Staff Writer December 1, 2017
Steinhardt professor Joe Salvatore created the Verbatim Performance Lab, which creates reenactments of scenarios like a presidential debate or an on-air interview with a twist: the lab switches the genders of the people involved.