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

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Bloomberg calling de Blasio's campaign racist is inadvertently racist

Bloomberg calling de Blasio’s campaign racist is inadvertently racist

Christina Coleburn, Contributing Columnist September 11, 2013
Mayor Michael Bloomberg's characterization of mayoral hopeful Bill de Blasio's ad campaign as racist reveals the current mayor's double-standard when it comes to race.
Christine Quinn blinded by self-interest

Christine Quinn blinded by self-interest

September 4, 2013
Are flip flops cool in a political race?
Rachel Liquindoli for WSN

Cigarette regulation proposed in New York City

May 1, 2013
The legal age to purchase cigarettes in New York City might be raised from 18 to 21.
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‘Tonight Show’ sees host change, return to New York City

April 14, 2013
Jimmy Fallon is set to take over as host of "The Tonight Show," and the show will be returning to New York City.
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Mayor Bloomberg sponsors anti-gun ads

April 2, 2013
Mayor Bloomberg's support for ads advocating for gun rights and extensive background checks bothers some voters.
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Bloomberg pushes for new anti-cigarette law

March 25, 2013
Mayor Bloomberg's latest campaign aims to reduce New York City's teen smoking rate, which as remained stagnant since 2007, although it is already below the national and state rates.
Candidate Christine Quinn cannot have support in bid for mayor

Candidate Christine Quinn cannot have support in bid for mayor

March 21, 2013
Former professor of biomedical sciences Joseph Manago argues that mayoral candidate Christine Quinn belongs in jail, not in office.
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Bloomberg soft drink ban struck down

March 14, 2013
Bloomberg's sugary drink ban hits a hurdle
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Bloomberg launches campaign to lower volume

March 14, 2013
As Mayor Bloomberg prepares for his final term, he has launched a campaign to protect young people's ears from high-decibel music blasting from their headphones.
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Ads against teenage pregnancy generate controversy

March 13, 2013
Since early March, Bloomberg’s initiative to fight teenage pregnancy with advertisements in New York City subways has people wondering how effective his tactics really are.
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Judge blocks Cuomo from withdrawing funds from New York City schools

February 28, 2013
A federal judge has ruled against Cuomo's threat to withdraw funds from New York City schools as teacher evaluation negotiations continue to stall.
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Bloomberg launches initiative for local tech startups

February 28, 2013
Mayor Bloomberg’s new initiative Made in NY creates job opportunities for New Yorkers.