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

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

Washington Square News

The entrance to Vanderbilt Hall, which houses NYU School of Law. (Photo by Tony Wu)

Law Professors React to Kavanaugh’s Appointment

Sarah Jackson, News Editor October 10, 2018

Brett Kavanaugh heard his first arguments as an associate justice in the Supreme Court on Tuesday morning. He was confirmed on Saturday with a tight 50-48 Senate vote, following...

The Media Does Not Respect Victims of Sexual Assault

The Media Does Not Respect Victims of Sexual Assault

In the wake of Dr. Christine Blasey-Ford's testimony, writer Natasha Jokic reflects on the lack of respect afforded to victims of sexual assault by journalists and media.
Natasha Jokic, Contributing Writer October 9, 2018

In July, Senator Dianne Feinstein received a letter. The letter accused Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault. The author of the letter was initially kept confidential,...

Kavanaugh Accusations Display Potential Dangers of the #MeToo Movement

Kavanaugh Accusations Display Potential Dangers of the #MeToo Movement

Max Gordon, Contributing Writer October 3, 2018
Read one writer's thoughts on why Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation hearing could show the dangers of the "Me Too" movement.
Jeff Flake Is Not a Hero

Jeff Flake Is Not a Hero

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor October 1, 2018
Though Senator Jeff Flake ensured that there would be an FBI investigation of the sexual assault claims against Judge Brett Kavanaugh, he is far from being our saving grace.