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Scott Stringer, Comptroller of NYC is currently running for mayor. Recent sexual misconduct allegations make him unfit for office. (Image via Wikimedia Commons)

Editorial: Scott Stringer is wrong for New York City

Recent allegations have come to light about New York City Comptroller and mayoral candidate Scott Stringer sexually harassing a former employee. His conduct makes him unfit for office, and he should resign as comptroller and drop out of the race.
WSN Editorial Board May 3, 2021

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of sexual assault. Jean Kim held a press conference on April 30. In this conference, Kim alleged that her former boss, Scott...

Police officers ride by Bobst. Mayoral candidate Andrew Yang's policies do nothing to curb the issue of police power in New York City. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Opinion: Andrew Yang’s police reform plan is insufficient

New York City needs a mayor that will tackle police brutality with bold and radical reform. Andrew Yang’s current proposal imitates the timid nature of past proposals while simultaneously avoiding the true source of the problem.
Lucy Yama, Contributing Writer April 30, 2021

In the wake of Derek Chauvin’s conviction, the former officer who murdered George Floyd, New York City mayoral candidates, have renewed calls for police reform. There is a vigorous...

From left to right, Andrew Yang, Eric Adams, Scott Stringer and Maya Wiley are all candidates in the competitive New York's mayoral race. According to a recent Data for Progress poll, Yang, Adams, Stringer and Wiley are the top four candidates in the Democratic mayoral primary. (Images via Wikimedia Commons, Staff Photo and Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

NYC Mayoral Race: Meet the Leading Candidates

Andrew Yang, Eric Adams, Scott Stringer and Maya Wiley are the top four candidates in the Democratic mayoral primary, according to a recent Data for Progress poll.
Rachel Cohen, Staff Writer April 23, 2021

We're two months away from the June 22 Democratic mayoral primary, which will likely determine New York City's next mayor.  Twelve Democrats and two Republicans are running...

Homelessness is an ongoing crisis in New York City, especially due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The New York City mayoral candidates have spotlighted the urgent need for affordable housing but diverge in terms of their solutions. (Staff Photo by Alexandria Johnson)

OPINION: New York City’s next mayor must prioritize supportive housing

The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated New York City’s homelessness problem. Supportive housing is a sustainable solution that addresses both the financial and rehabilitative needs of many homeless individuals.
Lucy Yama, Staff Writer April 21, 2021

Homelessness is an enduring crisis in New York City. Today, the number of homeless New Yorkers sleeping in shelters increased 40% compared to 10 years ago. This rise does not even...

Republican Mayor candidate Nicole Malliotakis gave a speech to students at an NYU College Republican meeting on Sept. 28. She discussed topics relevant to many NYU students like prioritizing improvements on the NYC Public Transit.

Republican Mayoral Candidate Speaks to College Republicans

Mack DeGeurin, Deputy News Editor September 28, 2017
Nicole Malliotakis, the Republican Candidate for New York City Mayor, spoke to NYUCR.
Bill de Blasio wins New York City mayoral election

Bill de Blasio wins New York City mayoral election

WSN News Staff November 6, 2013
Public Advocate Bill de Blasio beat out former MTA chairman Joseph Lhota to become the next mayor of New York City.
Graphic by Claude Rains/WSN

Bloomberg enters bid for eternal mayor of New York City

October 31, 2013
In a press conference, Mayor Bloomberg revealed his intention to seek a fourth term as mayor of New York City.
WSN Editorial Board endorses Bill de Blasio for mayor

WSN Editorial Board endorses Bill de Blasio for mayor

September 16, 2013
WSN Editorial Board supports NYU grad Bill de Blasio for mayor because of his plans to improve economic inequality, make housing affordable, and revamp the struggling city school system.
Candidate Profile: Bill De Blasio

Candidate Profile: Bill De Blasio

September 11, 2013
Public advocate Bill De Blasio is one of the contenders in the run-off for democratic candidate as the New York City mayoral race.
Candidate Profile: Adolfo Carrion

Candidate Profile: Adolfo Carrion

September 10, 2013
After running without opposition, Carrion will represent the Independent party in the 2013 mayoral race.
Candidate profile: Joe Lhota

Candidate profile: Joe Lhota

September 10, 2013
An in-depth look at Republican candidate Joe Lhota's platform.
via makingabetternyu.org

[UPDATE] Mayoral candidates send letter to Sexton, administration

September 9, 2013
A handful of Democratic mayoral hopefuls wrote a letter to NYU President John Sexton regarding fair treatment of TA's, GA's and RA's.