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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

Bump Fire Stocks, Women Drivers and Illusory Progress

Bump Fire Stocks, Women Drivers and Illusory Progress

Theo Wayt, Contributing Writer October 16, 2017
In this turbulent time, people look everywhere for some semblance of positive progress — a sign that maybe the bad guys are not so bad after all. But both the Saudi Government and the NRA are anti-democratic groups with backward agendas.
American apathy to shootings disgraceful

American apathy to shootings disgraceful

Ryan Najjar, Contributing Columnist November 7, 2014

A freshman at Marysville-Pilchuck High School in Washington state fired six rounds at his fellow students in the school cafeteria on Oct. 24. By the end of the rampage, one student...

Excessive gunman coverage fuels murder

Excessive gunman coverage fuels murder

Christina Coleburn, Deputy Opinion Editor January 27, 2014
Media outlets should lessen coverage of mass shootings.

New city project seeks to honor Newtown victims

February 22, 2013
New Jersey’s Firefighters’ Mutual Benevolent Association is building 26 playgrounds in memory of those lost in Newtown massacre.
via flickr.com

High profile shootings reignite violence in media debate

February 19, 2013
In the wake of the tragedies in Connecticut and now in Georgia, students and professors discuss the influence of violent films and video games on criminal activity.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Like most issues, Sandy Hook catalyzes a debate when it’s too late

January 17, 2013
The unfortunate wake-up call America needed in Newtown reveals a sinister facet of American culture.
Julie DeVito for WSN

NYU community gathers to hold vigil for Newtown victims

December 18, 2012
Over a hundred students and staff gathered in Kimmel last night to hold vigil for the victims of the Sandy Hook shooting.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Turn online support into real social change

December 17, 2012
In the wake of yet another tragedy, the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, it is time we take real-world action to prevent further atrocities.