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

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Ken Bone’s Notoriety Is Indicative of American Politics

Ken Bone’s Notoriety Is Indicative of American Politics

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer October 18, 2016
Ken Bone, like the U.S., slowly developed into one colossal Internet joke with endless amounts of ugly history and, oddly enough, no punch line.
When Issues Have Faces, Clinton Wins

When Issues Have Faces, Clinton Wins

Akshay Prabhushankar, Deputy Opinion Editor October 10, 2016
Clinton has outlined an ambitious set of goals, but she has faced resistance from voters who feel these issues do not affect them.
Matt Lauer Perpetuates Sexist Double Standard

Matt Lauer Perpetuates Sexist Double Standard

Blake Waranch, Contributing Writer September 19, 2016
Matt Lauer's performance shows that future debate moderators desperately need to hold both candidates to the same standard on stage.
New York Should Host Democratic Debate

New York Should Host Democratic Debate

WSN Editorial Board March 29, 2016
A New York debate between the Democratic nominees is needed — not as a political gift to either candidate, but to give a voice to New Yorkers.
Dignity Needs to Be Restored to the Presidential Campaign

Dignity Needs to Be Restored to the Presidential Campaign

Connor Borden, Contributing Writer March 9, 2016
Voters must remember that ‘presidential’ leaders do not sink to the level of their opponents but rise above the fray to set an example for the rest of the country to follow.
Presidential Debates Favor Squabbles over Substance

Presidential Debates Favor Squabbles over Substance

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer February 2, 2016
Only through vigorous and substantive debate can we gain the information necessary to make informed decisions. However, the excessive showmanship in the debates have forced policy discussions to take a back seat as candidates try to throw the best zinger against one another.
NYU students at the 2015 Democratic Presidential Primary Debate Watch Party event held at NYU Leslie Elab.

NYU Democrats and Politics Society take in debate at viewing party

Daniela Cobos, Contributing Writer October 14, 2015
NYU students gathered at the Leslie eLab to watch the democratic debate.
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NYU reacts to second presidential debate

October 17, 2012
The second presidential debate at Hofstra University focuses on foreign and domestic policy.
The Candidates Debate

LIVE STREAM: Second Presidential Debate – Oct. 16

October 16, 2012
Tonight's town hall style showdown could chart a new course for the candidates. Watch ABC's live stream of tonight's debate here with WSN.
Romney’s ambiguity was biggest flop in presidential debate

Romney’s ambiguity was biggest flop in presidential debate

October 6, 2012
Romney's debate performance, though strong, was low on details and filled with inaccuracies.
Julie DeVito for WSN

NYU tunes in to first presidential debate

October 3, 2012
The first presidential debate has left Obama supporters feeling dismayed, and Romney criticizers surprised.
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LIVE BLOG: Presidential Debate — Oct. 4

October 3, 2012
WSN live blogger Kevin Burns follows tonight's debate. For full coverage, check back here at 9:00p.m. EST.