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Washington Square News

De Blasio Must Combat Allegations with Transparency

De Blasio Must Combat Allegations with Transparency

WSN Editorial Board Apr 27, 2016
Opaqueness is not just a cover for corruption, but a serious flaw in governance.
Density Bonuses Promote Sustainable Housing Affordability

Density Bonuses Promote Sustainable Housing Affordability

Aaron Reuben, Contributing Writer Mar 25, 2016
If de Blasio wants to keep affordable housing around for the long term, his development plan sorely needs a density bonuses that incentivize developers to keep building affordable units.
CUNY Cuts Endanger Public Education

CUNY Cuts Endanger Public Education

Abraham Gross, Deputy Opinion Editor Mar 21, 2016
Cuomo’s claim that reduced State funding “won’t cost New York City a penny” is patently absurd. Under the guise of cost-saving, Albany is trying to shift education costs from its budget onto the city and students who can least afford it.
De Blasio political maneuvers admirable

De Blasio political maneuvers admirable

Richard Shu, Deputy Copy Chief Mar 9, 2015
Mayor de Blasio's recent protest against the St. Patrick's Day parade are indicative of a larger positive trend in highly political New York mayors.

Met protests must reflect First Amendment rights

WSN Editorial Board Oct 21, 2014
Controversial opera "The Death of Klinghoffer" is set to debut at the Met this fall, much to the dismay of some prominent protesters.

New Yorkers’ fear of ISIS misguided

WSN Editorial Board Sep 30, 2014
The NYPD has taken strong security measures to protect New Yorkers from feared ISIS attack.
Staff Photo by Felipe De La Hoz

Panel evalutes de Blasio’s record

Alanna Bayarin, Contributing Writer Sep 4, 2014
Gallatin panel discussed progressiveness of the new mayor last night.
Ward Pettibone/WSN

De Blasio, Bartiromo examine city issues at Skirball Center

Apr 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.
Public school system needs reform, not superfluous money

Public school system needs reform, not superfluous money

Mar 31, 2014
De Blasio should strengthen the system by integrating the features that have made charter schools so successful into public institutions.
De Blasio should focus on governing, not personal battles

De Blasio should focus on governing, not personal battles

Mar 6, 2014
Mayor De Blasio is proving his inexperience.
New York City must strengthen efforts against homelessness

New York City must strengthen efforts against homelessness

Feb 26, 2014
Approximately 22,000 children are homeless in New York City.
On the Wire

On the Wire

Feb 7, 2014
Catch up with some important news with On the Wire.

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