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

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

Washington Square News

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US Politicians Don’t Know How to Deal With Hong Kong

The fight for democracy in Hong Kong deserves better than the political maneuvering and schemes of U.S. politicians.
Alexandra Chan, Staff Writer November 4, 2019

Images of a rally outside the U.S. embassy in Hong Kong peppered local news outlets and social media in September. Protesters clad in black waved U.S. flags, asking the supposed...

Vice President Mike Pence abruptly left the Colts and 49ers game on Oct. 8 in Indianapolis after several players knelt during the national anthem.

Commentary: Pence Should Have Stayed

Helen Xie, Contributing Writer October 16, 2017
As a leader, much like in ethics, we ought to take the path of the greatest good. Mike Pence leaving a football game after players protested was not demonstrating good leadership.
Allan Lichtman is an American History professor at American University.

Professor Predicts Impeachment for Donald Trump

Jemima McEvoy, Deputy News Editor November 21, 2016
A history professor at American University has successfully predicted election outcomes for the past 30 years, and now predicts that Donald Trump will be impeached.

For Discipline in Politics, Turn to Veep Debate

Paris Martineau, Deputy Opinion Editor October 3, 2016
The vice presidential debate is something every prospective voter should carefully watch — and not because it is going to be scandalous and titillating, but precisely because it isn’t going to be.
Celebrities reacting to Indiana law positive

Celebrities reacting to Indiana law positive

Lena Rawley, Staff Columnist April 12, 2015
Celebrities affirming LGBTQ rights was a silver lining of the Indiana religious freedoms law. Those who live in the public eye have a responsibility to speak out against injustice.