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

Washington Square News

Terrorism and the bludgeoning power of rhetoric

Terrorism and the bludgeoning power of rhetoric

WSN Editorial Board December 2, 2015
When it comes to terrorism, the means and intent are what matter, and we must apply the term equally.
Mayor Bill De Blasio spoke at a rally for solidarity with the victims of the Paris terrorist attacks on Nov. 14.

Public Safety faces ISIS threats

Momachi Pabrai, Contributing Writer November 23, 2015
New York City has been on high alert since last weeks terrorism attacks in Paris.
Gitmo has got to go

Gitmo has got to go

Elizabeth Moore, Deputy Opinion Editor November 19, 2015
The closure of Guantanamo would serve as a message to the world that the United States does not compromise its values in the face of fear, but stands on a firm ground of law and morality.
Media, observers should watch what they tweet

Media, observers should watch what they tweet

Mandy Freebairn, Staff Writer November 17, 2015
While the Internet has largely been a helpful platform in transmitting information about the crisis, it has also given rise to the spread of misinformation regarding the attacks.
The Washington Square Arch was lit up to mirror the flag of Paris following last year's attacks on the Charlie Hebdo headquarters. A new HBO documentary looks back on the tragic days.

NYU shows solidarity with Paris after Friday attacks

News Team November 16, 2015
An overview of Friday's attacks in Paris.
Military alone will not stop terrorism

Military alone will not stop terrorism

Kenny Kyunghoon Lee, Contributing Columnist April 7, 2015
Military intervention must be accompanied by political reforms in order to curb terrorism.
iPhone encryption highlights privacy issues

iPhone encryption highlights privacy issues

Matthew Tessler, Contributing Columnist October 6, 2014
Apple’s encryptions put more power in the hands of the people by letting individuals assess the balance of privacy and protection alongside the consequences the iPhone 6 has.
NYU Reacts: ISIS security threat

NYU Reacts: ISIS security threat

Christine Park, Staff Writer September 30, 2014
NYU students react to the ISIS threats for terrorist attack in the NYC subways.

New Yorkers’ fear of ISIS misguided

WSN Editorial Board September 30, 2014
The NYPD has taken strong security measures to protect New Yorkers from feared ISIS attack.
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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.
NSA program echoes same oversight questions

NSA program echoes same oversight questions

December 4, 2013
NSA surveillance on individuals' porn habits online is needless infringement on the right to personal privacy because it does not improve national security.
Domestic terrorism denied important national coverage

Domestic terrorism denied important national coverage

Christina Coleburn, Contributing Columnist September 23, 2013
The lack of coverage of last week's anniversary of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing is emblematic of an exclusion of domestic terrorism from our national conversation.