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Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

Rep. Paul Davis loses ground in Kansas

Rep. Paul Davis loses ground in Kansas

Johnpaul Baratta, Contributing Columnist October 20, 2014
While Davis could still emerge victorious in the KS gubernatorial race, Brownback now appears to be a modest favorite.
From left to right: Michael Waldman, Alex Wagner, Robert George and David Corn discuss the lack of enthusiasm for the upcoming elections.

Midterms, Obama’s record debated

Marita Vlachou, Deputy News Editor October 15, 2014
An event was held on Oct. 14 to discuss the importance of the upcoming midterm elections.
Stigma around politicians’ sexuality unwarranted

Stigma around politicians’ sexuality unwarranted

Lena Rawley, Staff Columnist October 3, 2014
Politicians should be judged without consideration of their sexuality.
Individual factors may sink Senate Democrats

Individual factors may sink Senate Democrats

Johnpaul Baratta, Contributing Columnist September 15, 2014
State-level factors will play an integral role in this November's Senate elections.
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De Blasio, Bartiromo examine city issues at Skirball Center

April 18, 2014
De Blasio answered questions from Bartiromo about his first 100 days as mayor and how he plans to overcome several challenges facing the city.
Going Global: Prison Rape Elimination Act standards not demanding enough

Going Global: Prison Rape Elimination Act standards not demanding enough

April 3, 2014
Human Rights Watch released a landmark report in 2001, “No Escape: Male Rape in U.S. Prisons."
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Republican Chairman Cox visits NYU for town hall

February 21, 2014
Edward Cox, the chairman of the New York State Republican Party, came to speak to the NYU College Republicans on Feb. 20.
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Sochi Winter Olympics to commence amid controversy

February 6, 2014
These games promise to be memorable despite the political furor they've caused.
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De Blasio targets jaywalkers to stop traffic injuries

February 5, 2014
NYPD is ticketing more jaywalkers since Mayor de Blasio's "Vision Zero" plan was announced.
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Advocates call for democracy in Ukraine

February 3, 2014
They have been campaigning to raise awareness about the issues surrounding the government's friendship with Russia.
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Panelists consider problems, progress of Israeli society

December 3, 2013
The Center on Law and Security hosted a panel discussion last night on the political climate of Israel.
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GOP chairman Daniel Isaacs speaks at College Republicans event

November 22, 2013
New York City's GOP chairman Daniel Isaacs spoke at Kimmel last night.