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

Washington Square News

ESPN Controversy Highlights Sexism and Racism

ESPN Controversy Highlights Sexism and Racism

Amelia Reardon, Contributing Writer Sep 20, 2017
The question whether Jemele Hill was entitled to her opinion or whether she had crossed a line presented itself to the public. An even bigger question that arose, however, is if the White House crossed a line requesting for her removal.
Puerto Rico’s Deceptive Referendum

Puerto Rico’s Deceptive Referendum

Paola Nagovitch, Contributing Writer Sep 7, 2017
Being neither a sovereign nation nor a state has prevented the island’s residents from enjoying the full rights of American citizenship: Puerto Rican residents are not allowed to vote in federal elections, they have no representation in the Senate, and the delegate in the House of Representatives serves more as a figurehead.
NYU student Aneri Mehta led a campaign with the Animal Welfare Collective to create a plant-based pop up at Lipton dining hall. For a whole week, the dining hall served vegan food to be more sustainable and healthy.

I Tried… Lipton’s Vegan Dining Hall

Nathaniel Mahlum, Contributing Writer May 1, 2017
After Lipton's dining hall went vegan for a temporary pop up experiment, one writer shares his thoughts on the plant-based offerings.
Pepsi’s recent commercial received a lot of negative backlash for its tone-deaf approach to social activism. Starring Kendall Jenner, the commercial appropriated the struggle of minorities for its capitalist motive.

Pepsi Ad Leaves a Bad Taste

Laura Rubio, Staff Writer Apr 18, 2017
On April 4, Pepsi released a new ad featuring Kendall Jenner “joining the conversation” alongside fellow protesters and easing tensions with riot police by handing one of the officers a Pepsi. Talk about missing the mark.
Over the past few months, NYU College Republicans have invited three controversial guests to speak at NYU: Milo Yiannopoulos, Gavin McInnes and Lucian Wintrich.  The cancellations and controversy of these speakers brings people to question what constitutes free speech.

Timeline of Controversial Figures at NYU

Sayer Devlin, Deputy News Editor Feb 21, 2017
Recently, several controversial figures have been invited to speak at NYU. This timeline presents the circumstances and the reactions to these speakers.
When a Discussion is Not a Discussion

When a Discussion is Not a Discussion

Hailey Nuthals, Arts Editor Feb 8, 2017
It’s wonderful that the NYU College Republicans and conservative groups nationwide say they are trying to promote discussion. It’s doubtful, however, that they’re going about it well, if it’s their honest intentions at all.
McInnes: You Are Not A Nazi, Please Stop Harassing Us

McInnes: You Are Not A Nazi, Please Stop Harassing Us

WSN Editorial Board Feb 8, 2017
Instead of picking fights with student newspapers who lack both his following and social clout by targeting detractors, McInnes would be better off defending himself on principle doing.
An Open Letter to President Hamilton on Student Trustees

An Open Letter to President Hamilton on Student Trustees

NYU Student Labor Action Movement, Guest Editorial Writer Feb 7, 2017
n the dual spirit of transparency and your commitment to better listen to the student body, we invite you, and whatever board members that would like to attend, the opportunity to engage with us in a public dialogue open to the general student body.
NYU Does Not Help Students Succeed

NYU Does Not Help Students Succeed

WSN Editorial Board Jan 24, 2017
Especially with recent controversy surrounding the Tisch New Theatre, it feels as though there are too many outside, or inside, forces preventing students from pursuing their passions.
Despite Inconsistent Stories, Anti-PC Prof Should Return to Classes

Despite Inconsistent Stories, Anti-PC Prof Should Return to Classes

WSN Editorial Board Nov 4, 2016
Whether or not Rectenwald’s grievances were valid, his integrity has been challenged by the inaccuracy of his own narrative. His false allegations are evidence that he is not a misunderstood victim, but a hypocrite.
Milo Yiannopoulos has sparked controversy as one of the online leaders of the alt-right movement. Yiannopoulos, who had his scheduled talk at NYU canceled, is currently touring college campuses across the country.

Milo Yiannopoulos Talk Canceled Due to Security Concerns

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor Oct 16, 2016
NYU canceled a College Republicans talk on Nov. 17, where they planned to host British journalist Milo Yiannopoulos as part of his "Dangerous Faggot Tour."
Fox News Segment Pushes Asian Voters Left

Fox News Segment Pushes Asian Voters Left

Emily Fong, Opinion Editor Oct 11, 2016
Thanks to idiots like Jesse Watters and people like him, when Asians vote, they’ll vote for Democrats.

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