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WASHINGTON SQUARE NEWS Vol. 42, No. 27
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2014
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Mayor extends paid sick leave By MARILYN LA JEUNESSE
JPMorgan excludes alum’s condoms
An additional half-million New Yorkers are eligible for paid sick leave with Mayor Bill de Blasio’s signing of the Earned Sick Time Act on March 20. The law, an amended version of last year’s legislation, requires businesses with five or more employees to provide paid sick time for all employees in New York City. The new law lowers the threshold for paid sick time from 15 to five employees and includes the manufacturing sectors of business, which were previously excluded. The law also modifies the definition of a family to include grandparents, grandchildren and siblings. This allows employees to take sick time in order to care for those considered family under the act. The law also eliminates the phase-in process of existing legislature and removes economic markers that would impede the law’s implementation. CAS junior Faye Chou works as a part-time employee for a small
Gallatin alumna Tiffany Gaines created a petition on March 21 against JPMorgan Chase because the bank refused to process the incoming credit card transactions from customers of Lovability Inc., Gaines’ female-friendly condom company. Chase rejected these transactions because of the adult nature of condoms. Gaines said the goal of the petition, which has reached 1,000 signatures on change.org, is to end Chase’s negative classification of condoms and push the company to process the condom transactions. “Defining condoms this way sends a harmful cultural message to men and women everywhere,” Gaines said. “Condoms need to be taken out of this category so that people, young and old, feel entitled to use them.” Gaines said Chase’s rejection has negatively affected the goals of Lovability. “Lovability’s mission is to em-
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NYU graduate Tiffany Gaines created a petition in hopes of encouraging JPMorgan Chase to start processing customers’ condom transactions, which the company considers adult material.
Fox’s ‘Surviving Jack’ revives classic genre By BOB TEOH
While it certainly cannot replace “That ’70s Show” as the best period sitcom of all time, Fox’s upcoming comedy series, “Surviving Jack,” is fun and charming in its own right. Filled with cassette tapes and hypercolor clothing, the series finds a good balance between ’90s nostalgia and likeable characters. It premieres on Fox on March 27. Based on the autobiography of Justin Halpern, the creator of “$h*! My Dad Says” creator, the show follows Jack Dunlevy, an exmilitary doctor who becomes a full-time parent when his wife decides to attend law school. Played by “Law & Order: SVU” alum Christopher Meloni, Jack im-
mediately uses his no-nonsense approach to keep his teenagers, Frankie and Rachel, in line. Unlike the short-lived “$h*! My Dad Says,” “Surviving Jack” focuses on establishing relatable characters rather than landing cheap laughs. Each episode is narrated by Jack’s son Frankie, who struggles with the problems many adolescents face. From finding the courage to kiss a pretty girl to keeping in touch with his closest friends, Frankie’s awkward endeavors are a throwback to the classic coming-of-age story that has somewhat died out. Frankie’s ungainliness is counterbalanced by Jack’s tough-nosed
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‘Maladies’ feels forced, lacks plot By DANIEL RUBIN LIEBERSON
In “Maladies,” James Franco plays James, a 1960s soap opera star who moves into his friend’s beachside house with his mentally disabled sister Pa-
tricia, played by Fallon Goodson. After retiring from acting, James is riddled with hypersensitivities and voices in his head that narrate his actions, advise him and ultimately drive him insane. His personal delusions
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are augmented by the instability of his surroundings, namely his deranged sister, sexually ambiguous neighbor and crossdressing guardian Catherine, played by Catherine Keener. The film begins with an overture of voiceovers and images that summarize the fragile story. Narrator Ken Scott, who also voices James’ internal monologue, delivers a series of maxims with an air of self-congratulation — “Sometimes it is hard to know where you are going, where you are, what time it is.” While these statements might be true, they require consequent explanation, something that is never provided. The film is written and directed by Carter, who, like each of his characters,
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The WSN Arts team pulled together a list of its favorite music videos, spanning from the Beastie Boys to Britney, from Disney Channel stars to the Dixie Chicks. These video accompaniments to well-known songs add a whole new dimension to the music, and they are definitely worth watching.
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No, it is not iconic, or famous, or even moderately well-known. But the music video to Allstar Weekend’s “Journey to the End of My Life” is plenty of fun. The Disney Channel-backed boy band had a string of minor hits in the late 2000s, but this song is from before the group joined Disney. It is campily shot on a low-quality camera as the group plays Rockband instruments. The song is cute and catchy and will certainly make you smile. — DYLAN JARRETT
Possibly one of the most iconic music videos of the 1990s, the Beastie Boys’ “Sabotage” is both an homage to and parody of classic ’70s procedural crime series, such as “S.W.A.T.,” “Starksy and Hutch” and “Hawaii Five-O.” Directed by the amazing Spike Jonze, the video features the band members as fictional actors playing procedural cliches. With knife-fights, car chases and a scene in which a guy is thrown off a bridge, the music video’s insanity fits perfectly with one of the most iconic rapcore songs of all time. — BOB TEOH COURTESY OF HOLLYWOOD RECORDS
Straying away from the glitz and glamor so often present in music videos, the Dixie Chicks used a dark story to accompany their 2003 single “Top of the World.” The somber music is still barely within their usual folk-country genre, and the video is a sort of short film companion. Telling the tale of one man as he grows up embittered, the three Chicks each play one of the sad women in his life, bringing home the resentment of such lines as, “One night they called me for supper, but I never got up, I stayed right there in my chair.” — CLIO MCCONNELL
After shimmying into our hearts in 1998’s “...Baby One More Time” music video, Britney Spears topped herself by donning the nowiconic red catsuit for the space-themed video for 2000’s “Oops!...I Did It Again.” The choreography, pleather and primitive special effects give this video its charm, and anyone who is willing to wear that much pleather deserves a place on this list. The video and song are Spears’ best efforts, as well as her most telling — “I’m not that innocent” would become the mantra for the increasingly controversial and troubled star throughout the rest of the decade. — MICHAEL DOMANICO
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There are many music videos with dazzling visual effects, but one that packs just as much of a punch without any frills is the video for King Krule’s “Out Getting Ribs.” The video, directed by Pegs, features only King Krule, the then 17-year-old Archie Marshall, in a white room singing straight into the camera, with a cameo by his dog and a touching pan that reveals his mother looking on as he bares his soul howling the languid ballad. The video proves that sometimes it is the simple things that leave a lasting impact. — IFE OLUJOBI
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business in Manhattan, and she will be eligible for paid sick leave due to de Blasio’s new legislation. “The new policies mean I no longer have to worry about the cost to me when I am sick,” Chou said, explaining that before this law, she would go to work even if she was sick. “This caused me to be unproductive at work and usually prolonged my sickness,” Chou said. Steinhardt sophomore Amanda Esteves said many of her former co-workers will benefit from the law. “A lot of people worked... full time and would rely on those wages entirely to survive by the month,” Esteves said. “Sometimes people came in trying to hide the fact they were sick because they couldn’t afford to miss a day at work.” All employees, including part-time and temporary workers, are eligible for paid sick leave. A total of more than 2 million New Yorkers should benefit from the new law, which takes effect April 1. The
bill allows for every worker to earn up to 40 hours of sick leave a year. Employees earn one hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked. “We’ve made it our mission to lift up working families and raise the wage and benefit floor for all New Yorkers,” de Blasio said at the signing. “This law is the first of many steps we are taking to fundamentally address inequality in this city.” The Earned Sick Time Act is similar to other efforts in major cities around the country, which aim to provide more employees with paid sick leave. Chou said the policy will motivate employees in New York City, since any sickness or injury will not financially set them back. “We are all motivated to work even harder because we will always be at our best,” Chou said. Additional reporting by Scott Mullen. Marilyn La Jeunesse is a contributing writer. Email them at news@nyunews.com.
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JPMorgan refuses Gallatin condom company, alumna starts petition online
power women to feel confident and positive about taking control of protecting their sexual health,” Gaines said. “To achieve optimal social impact and continue providing products to support this mission, we have been forced to use a less efficient and more expensive processing service due to this issue with Chase Bank.” Stern freshman Jessica Guo said she supports Lovability’s petition. “I think it’s wrong of them to refuse to process the payments,” Guo said. “We should be offering women ways to take charge of their sexual health.” Gaines said Chase Bank is not the only organization that considers condoms harmful to their reputation. For example, several sorority girls applied to sell Lovability condoms at their college campuses but the National Chapter Representatitves cautioned against it. “It’s ironic because one-fourth of young women suffer from an STD, and raising money for an issue so close to home is so relevant and beneficial,” Gaines said. Stern freshman Shianne Smalling said Chase is missing a chance to show that the company is supportive of safer sex practices. “I don’t understand why they wouldn’t want to support something that is such a positive thing for not only women but also society as it could potentially help reduce the unplanned pregnancy rate that continues to be an issue today,” Smalling said. Gaines said Chase and other companies should change their stance. “Large corporations, start-ups, brands, non-profits and individuals should work together to
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Condoms are put in stylish cases for women. empower more people to take responsibility for their sexual health,” Gaines said. Stern freshman Aayush Gupta said Chase’s decision is unfortunate, but not unforgivable. “It is not a decision I would deem despicable simply because brand association, especially today, is a very sensitive matter,” Gupta said. “What a company does for business and who it does this with matters for its underlying purpose. I think viewing the provision of their services to Lovability as a ‘reputational risk’ is simply vigilant business analysis.” Gupta said the controversy helped bring light to a situation he would not have known about before. “Frankly, I feel Chase’s decision and the consequent, widespread debate shows that Tiffany’s product and the larger message it bears is needed,” Gupta said. “I, for instance, would not have known or supported the disassociation of condoms as ‘adult-oriented products’ had it not been for this case.” Additional reporting by Valentina Duque Bojanini. Ann Schmidt is a news editor. Email them at news@nyunews.com.
NYU, Princeton economists dissect income By CLAIRE SCIMECA
Professors from NYU and Princeton University published a paper through the Brookings Institute on March 20 that describes “the wealthy hand-tomouth,” a substantial group of people who live above the poverty line but pay living expenses on a paycheck-to-paycheck basis on. The people in this group keep their money in the form of assets rather than liquid — or easily accessible — wealth. Thus, their spending depends heavily on income changes, which has broad impacts for fiscal policy. The authors of the paper are Greg Kaplan and Justin Weidner, an economics professor and graduate student at Princeton, respectively, and Giovanni Violante, an economics professor at NYU. Violante said the paper was based on research data gathered from households both domesti-
cally and abroad. “We used survey data on household portfolios that contain detailed information on household holdings of liquid assets such as cash, bank accounts and direct holdings of stocks and bonds, as well as ... housing and retirement wealth tied up in 401(k)s,” Violante said. “We collected data for the [United States], Canada, Australia and the [United Kingdom], and the four major economies of the Euro area — Germany, France, Italy and Spain.” The median annual income for the wealthy hand-to-mouth in the United States is $47,040. There are more people with this income living paycheck to paycheck in the United States than those with lower incomes, according to the paper. Violante said the paper’s findings may come as a surprise to some, as many of the people interviewed do not fit the ste-
reotypical image of low-income families. Instead, Violante said these wealthy hand-to-mouth have a tendency to be educated, two-spouse families in their 40s. These families are technically middle class, but are still living paycheck to paycheck. “They own nontrivial amounts of wealth that is tied up in housing and retirement account, and they spend most or all of their monthly earnings in mortgage payments and other consumption commitments, such as school fees for their kids [and] car loan payments,” Violante said. The classification of wealthy hand-to-mouth lasts an average of only 29 months. When compared with other groups, these people are most likely to change their financial status and move out of the group, according to the paper. LS sophomore Jack Zabelny said he is familiar with the situation of the wealthy hand-
to-mouth and that fiscal policy and tax brackets can affect this group’s ability to advance its economic standing. “The people described as [wealthy hand-to-mouth] are also very limited in their economic impact,” Zabelny said. “They are limited to paying for and buying necessities.” CAS sophomore and economics major Maks Fiedziukiewicz said the wealthy hand-to-mouth lifestyle may sometimes be necessary, but it is not sustainable for the economy. “I believe it is important to save money and hold a buffer for when life gets hard,” Fiedziukiewicz said. “That way people don’t buy houses they can’t afford and don’t fall into bankruptcy.” Additional reporting by Ann Schmidt and Valentina Duque Bojanini. Claire Scimeca is a contributing writer. Email them at news@nyunews.com.
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A man passed away after being swept into a stormwater drain during the bad weather in Sydney. Two others were struck by lightning. — THE AUSTRALIAN MADRID
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At least 19 people were arrested in Madrid when an altercation broke out between protesters and riot police during an anti-government demonstration. — EURONEWS BUENOS AIRES
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Teachers in Buenos Aires continue to strike for a 35-percent salary increase after rejecting a 31-percent salary increase offered by the government on Tuesday, leaving 3.5 million students out of school. — YAHOO NEWS
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Climate change, beetles present problem for avocado products By KARI SONDE
Climate change and Ambrosia beetles might be ruining guacamole. The beetles have caused an avocado shortage in the southeastern United States because they burrow into trees, infect them with laurelwilt disease and kill them. The shortage has resulted in an increase in avocado prices. Climate change has also contributed to the shortage — weather changes like drought can impact the availability of avocados. Recently there was an uproar on social media when Chipotle report-
edly considered taking guacamole off their menu due to decreased availability and rising costs. However, Chipotle assured the public the problem had been overstated and the supposed “guacapocalypse” was unlikely. Other taquerias are also facing problems with the prices of avocados. Leo Kremer, co-founder of local taqueria Dos Toros, said the problem will affect his chain. “The avocado issue is definitely going to raise our supply costs,” Kremer said. “But we’re going to hold the line on the guacamole price we charge our guests.”
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The beetles cause laurel-wilt disease in avocados.
Dorado Tacos’ co-owner Michael Brau said there were multiple factors that caused the increase in prices of avocados. “Though our avocado prices have fluctuated throughout the year from $36 to $75 a case, Dorado Tacos has been notified that price variations are caused by supply and demand factors related to weather, transportation and other factors,” Brau said. Both Dos Toros and Dorado Tacos source their avocados from relatively large produce companies. Dos Toros buys their avocados from Calavo, a company based in California, while Dorado Tacos buys theirs from NYC Produce, a Bronx company that specializes in Mexican and Central American groceries. Calavo sources its avocados from Mexico, Chile and New Zealand, as well as U.S. avocado growers mainly in California, according to the company’s website. This will allow Calavo to work around the Ambrosia beetle issue, even if it spreads to California, which it has yet to do. NYC Produce will be able to work around the issue if it remains contained in the southeastern United States. Kari Sonde is a contributing writer. Email her at dining@nyunews.com.
WSN RECIPES: RATATOUILLE By CHANDLER WEST Ratatouille is a traditional vegetable dish from the Provence region of France. Chefs debate the proper way to sauté, simmer and layer the dish, but they tend to agree on the primary ingredients: tomatoes, garlic, bell peppers, zucchini and eggplant. Most of the traditional approaches to cooking ratatouille require more time than college students have to spare. Typical recipes can take anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours. The following is a simplified version, adapted
for students’ time restraints. This recipe makes a light dinner for two (or for one, with leftovers) and can also serve four to six as a side.
Ingredients 1 medium-sized eggplant 2 medium-sized zucchini 1 bell pepper 1 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes (use one with added basil, garlic and oregano for fuller flavor) 2 tablespoons of olive oil A handful of feta cheese (optional)
Directions Chop the eggplant into small cubes and slice the zucchini thinly. Cut the bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, making sure to remove all the seeds. Place the vegetables in a saucepan with the olive oil and sauté over medium-high heat until the edges of the eggplant are lightly browned. Add the can of tomatoes and let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle with feta cheese and serve.
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Chandler West is dining editor. Email her at cwest@nyunews.com.
Hotel serves up tasty burgers By DAVID BOLOGNA
Beer & Buns, the St. Giles Hotel’s newest addition to their Midtown location, has an innovative take on a classic American dish — the burger. Abigail Tan, head of the St. Giles Hotel, said the idea for the restaurant, which opened March 20, stemmed from playful experimentation with burgers. “The inspiration behind the idea for Beer & Buns came on a sunny Sunday afternoon, as we were experimenting with some recipes and ideas for an impromptu burger party,” Tan said. “We could say that everything that followed then was history as we asked ourselves why not bring these wonderful dishes and creations to the
public, and add another food dimension to Midtown.” The menu offers a wide variety of burgers. Diners can choose any three- or five-slider combinations ($12 and $17, respectively). With Beer & Buns’ intense flavor combinations, the sliders are a perfect size. While a bit overly decadent in taste, the Asian-inspired sliders feature distinct creations such as the Bangkok Dangerous, a traditional tom-yum shrimp burger with Thai vinaigrette. The restaurant also offers a variety of sides including fried pickles, beer-battered onion rings and Parmesan truffle fries. They are priced around $5 to $9. These side dishes add to the authentic American portion of the menu, along with traditional desserts such as a New
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Beer & Buns offers a creative spin on the classic burger.
York cheesecake and a homemade bread pudding, both $7. The true standout plate is the Seoul Secret — short ribs soaked in Korean beef sauce and served in a folded mantou bun. A deliciously abstract take on the American burger, the sandwich pairs well with the Estrella Galicia lager of Spain ($6). All of the burgers feature suggested beer pairings that complement the dish’s central flavors. The beer list is a solid combination of international brews such as the Brazilian malt Xingu and the Indian lager Kingfisher, as well as local favorites such as the Blue Moon and Stella Artois ($6). The most extravagant menu item is the Indulgence Burger. Priced at $250, it is a full-sized burger outside of the range of most college budgets that includes a Kobe beef patty, foie gras, white truffles and a topping of Beluga caviar. While the atmosphere feels like a hotel addition with its neutral lighting, white lounge-style sofas and Top 40 playlist, it does serve as a great vehicle for Chef Wisit Panpinyo’s vision. Located on 39th Street and Lexington Avenue, the restaurant is a bit far from campus. However, these Asian-influenced burgers are worth the short subway ride. David Bologna is a staff writer. Email him at dining@nyunews.com.
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approach to parental matters. Jack speaks his mind and never shies away from crossing a line to get his point across. With a father who uses shotguns and hoses to mentally prepare his children for varsity tryouts, life is bound to be interesting. The dynamic between Frankie and Jack is hilarious and surprisingly sweet. Both are struggling to fill their newfound roles. As they spend more time together, Frankie is learning how to become a man and Jack is learning how to become a full-time father. The reality is that parents make mistakes, and there is nothing wrong with that. While Jack’s methods might be over the top, his heart is in
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the right place, and it is clear he truly cares about his children. Though episodes tend to end in a sappy, lesson-of-the week manner, the show never loses its balance between family drama and light-hearted fun. In a way, the coming-of-age aspect of the show applies to both Jack and his children. The lovable cast is instrumental in the show’s success. Straight out of his most well known role on “SVU,” Christopher Meloni’s deadpan delivery and cynical attitude makes him perfect for the role of Jack. He has a charisma and gravitas that make Jack likeable even while his parenting tactics are questionable. Rachael Harris, who plays Jack’s wife, is wonderful as always, but receives little screen time in the first two episodes. Newcomer Connor Buckley plays Frankie, and he delivers an awkward charm reminiscent of ’90s teen dramas. Coming of age stories are rarely delivered well on television these days, but “Surviving Jack” may be on the way to changing this situation. Bob Teoh is entertainment editor. Email him at bteoh@nyunews.com.
By JOHN AMBROSIO
Perfect Pussy is not in the business of pandering to their audience. Since releasing their demo “I Have Lost All Desire for Feeling,” the Syracuse noise punks have earned a reputation as one of the most exciting and critically successful punk bands in recent memory. Despite its newfound notoriety, Perfect Pussy’s proper debut on March 18, their LP “Say Yes to Love,” did not change its sound much. From the beginning of the album, front woman Meredith Graves is constantly competing with the rest of the band to have her voice heard, as she shouts over a furious blast of hardcore punk-tinged noise. This struggle functions as a perfect metaphor for the feelings of alienation and powerlessness attributed to Graves’ history with violence and abusive relationships. In the end, the only lyrics that manage to burst through the layer of feedback are the most tortured, frustrated and angry. Graves yells the righteous lines in “Driver” like protest chants through a heavily distorted microphone above the cacopho-
nous roar of the band. As the five-piece group burns through song after song, these chants hit the listener like waves, punctuated by noisy distortion and feedback-driven effects. Different from most noiserock albums, the few moments of clarity in “Say Yes to Love” stand out and make the dense, often-obscure lyrics feel particularly weighty. The phenomenon can be heard during the searing “Interference Fits,” when, in a moment of deafening silence, Graves asks, “Since when do we say yes to love?” before concluding, “It comes in and takes what it wants,” as she launches into competing, overdubbed tirades. This minute-long shouting match between Graves and herself underscores the conflicted feelings associated with saying yes to love, especially for someone like this artist, who has many reasons to be skeptical of affection. With few exceptions — notably the trancey, synth-driven track “VII” — the songs tend to melt into each other, and the only clear separation between one fit of noise and the next is the occasional period of silence or dissonant distortion. However, the
‘Day of Dog’ needs more bite, conviction despite clever script By SARAH NICHOLS
There is a knock at the door, and a Russian man enters a stranger’s home in order to examine a dog named Carrot. But is it the dog he has come to see or the family? Playwright Daniel Damiano’s “Day of the Dog” provides an interesting psychological look at one family’s problems and how these problems could be adding to the aggressive nature of its dog. “Day of the Dog” begins as a comedy, with small and somewhat funny problems being realized, until the second act when more serious issues are unearthed between husband Paul (Steve Isom) and wife Julianne (Michelle Hand). Isom’s transformation through the play — from a weak male partner to a strong, overpowering force — is incredible. He is fully believable in the role, with every action seeming justified even while the character is shocking and unpredictable. Hand transforms as well, but in the opposite direction. Her metamorphosis from powerful matriarch to vulnerable victim is fully fleshed out, and she and Isom play off each other extremely well. Meanwhile Jason Grubbe, who
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“Day of Dog” provides a glimpse into a family’s issues. plays the Russian Canine Relations Specialist, acts as a buoy between husband and wife. A neutral party, he is a vessel through which the audience can more clearly see the true nature of these two people. Both Christie Johnston’s set and Teresa Doggett’s costumes further aid in this play about a family who desperately wants to be perfect but is far from that goal. The set is bright yellow, with matching furniture and tranquil photos. The costumes for Paul and Julianne are bright pastels, as if they are presenting their happiness and togetherness to the rest of the world. However, the characters presented in
“Day of the Dog” are not memorable or surprising. Paul and Julianne are capable of terrible deeds, but when they confess their crimes it is not moving or compelling. By the end, Paul and Julianne had touched on almost everything that could possibly go wrong with a marriage — from alienation to overworking to abuse — and eventually it grew tiresome for the theatergoers. But the wonderful part about Damiano’s script is that the audience is never quite sure whom to support. Both Paul and Julianne are to blame and nothing is black and white. Instead of defining a bully and a victim, Damiano presents two people who are equally responsible for the decline of their marriage, and he lays all of their problems out for the audience to see. In a way, “Day of the Dog” is like a game of tug-of-war — there are little shifts between two people pulling with all of their might. It is only at the end that it is apparent who will fall, and whether they will choose to get back up. “Day of the Dog” is playing at 59E59 Theaters, 59 E. 59th St., through March 30. Sarah Nichols is a staff writer. Email her at theater@nyunews.com.
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The noise-punk band released its LP on March 18. songs slowly open up as the lyrics and their intention become clearer, painting a more vivid picture with each listen. While “Say Yes to Love” is far from a feel-good album, it is difficult to come away from it without feeling strangely uplifted. During the album’s darkest moments, Graves seems to say that although she has been through a lot, she is still here and has the ability to love. While it is not clear if this sentiment is glass half full or empty, it is hard to think of this album as anything but a hardfought victory. John Ambrosio is a contributing writer. Email him at music@nyunews.com.
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‘Maladies’ lacks vitality to hold audience attention
has only a first name and struggles to find a direction. His film floats along slowly, never truly finding a steady course. There is no plot to the piece, as it is composed of shallow vignettes that rely solely on the dialogue, which itself is written in trite maxims and unanswered questions. There are, however, cleverly crafted sections of the screenplay. For example, in one scene James is visited by his homosexual neighbor Delmar, played by David Strathairn, who struggles to solve a crossword puzzle and must ask James for help. Here, the befuddling crossword stands in for Catherine’s cross-dressing and Delmar’s own confusion with gender identity. James’ ability to solve the puzzle with ease shows how he can somehow make sense of the chaos around him. This scene is one of the few effectively poignant parts of “Maladies,” depicting the human desperation for love and
search for personal identity. The film is pale — shot in washed-out tints that fascinatingly mirror the sickness of its characters. But, a grotesque, curious hue of emotions comes to the surface. “Maladies” offers a darkly deranged dream, which entertains and amuses viewers with its air of self-awareness. The convoluted story is fascinating but seems forced, and the dialogue is driven by character exploration instead of plot and staccato vignettes instead of connected scenes. Carter puts too much trust in the rhetoric of his screenplay to make the film powerful. For this reason, perhaps “Maladies” would function better as a novel, in which the intended power of the words would not be limited by the visuals of the film and would allow room for imagination in the mind of the reader. Daniel Rubin Lieberson is a contributing writer. Email him at film@nyunews.com.
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FDA must expedite approval of vaccine By TESS WOOSLEY
In the past year, two outbreaks of serogroup B meningococcal disease at Princeton University and University of California-Santa Barbara have led to the use of a vaccine that will prevent the spread of this bacterial strain, marking the first time the vaccine has been utilized in the United States. The recent revelation that the Princeton outbreak strain matches one found at Drexel University has created concerns that the initial outbreak strain still exists in the northeast. While the affected universities have responded with excellent public health campaigns, a more widespread response is needed to eliminate such a highly infectious and deadly disease. Meningitis is the inflammation of membranes around the brain and spinal cord. It can cause fever, nausea, stiffness in the neck and may rapidly lead to death or debilitating injuries. Children under the age of 5 and college students living on campuses are the most vulnerable to all types of meningitis. Since it is often passed through close contact, most universities, including NYU, require meningitis vaccinations for all students.
Unfortunately, the vaccines currently offered in the United States do not prevent serogroup B infections. The meningitis B vaccine used at Princeton and UC Santa Barbara, called Bexsero, has been licensed in Europe since January 2013 and is also used in Canada and Australia. The Food and Drug Administration approved its use for those living oncampus at the two most recently affected universities under an Investigational New Drug application. Because the vaccine is still considered experimental within the United States, those outside of the approved groups cannot receive it. The company that makes the vaccine is likely to submit an application for approval to the FDA in the second quarter of 2014, but discussions within the administration have been ongoing since 2011. The delay in licensing stems partly from the FDA’s high safety standards
and concerns over the effectiveness of the vaccine. The vast majority of meningitis cases are not related to an outbreak, but instead are caused by sporadic infections. Meningitis can stem from a harmless bacteria that one in 10 people carry in their nose and throat. It is not known if Bexsero prevents people from carrying the bacteria, so this vaccine may not induce widespread herd immunity. However, the lack of vaccination has clearly had consequences for college students. The United Kingdom has taken an admirable position on vaccination that will hopefully be duplicated around the globe. Last week, the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation reversed their previous view that meningitis B vaccination was not cost-effective. As a result, Bexsero will soon be included in the childhood vaccination regimen free of charge. Given the terrible consequences of this disease, all individuals at risk should receive this new, demonstrably safe vaccine. Tess Woosley is a staff columnist. Science Society is published every Tuesday. Email her at opinion@nyunews.com.
OMAR’S ORATION
Egyptian media too skewed, needs balance By OMAR ETMAN
Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef is one of the most prominent opponents of Egypt’s government. His steely green eyes belie his Arab roots, and his English suggests a Westernness uncommon among most Egyptians. It is unsurprising, then, that viewers and readers give so much weight to his opinion. Youssef’s weekly television program “Al-Bernameg,” literally “The Program,” apes “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” in style and tone. Its purpose is simple: to shed light on Egypt’s shape-shifting government. Unfortunately, Egypt’s conservative culture and restrictive regime are hesitant to embrace Youssef’s brand of radicalism, tampering his potential for influence. If Youssef hopes to maintain his standing, he must be mindful of the differences between his audience and “The Daily Show’s” and adjust his comedic approach appropriately. Recent developments have brought the comic much attention. Two weeks ago, “Al-Bernameg” was pulled from the air without explanation — the second time the show has been suspended. Foul government involve-
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ment is suspected. The following week, Youssef published an opinion article in the Egyptian newspaper AlShorouk, examining Putin’s relationship with Western nations. Astute readers discovered the work to be plagiarized from Politico. His mistake lent credence to the Egyptian government’s criticism of his role as a traitor in the revolution, crippling Youssef’s unsteady footing. His decision to plagiarise was senseless, but his reputation should not suffer for it. The satirist has done too much good to be censured for one wrong. Youssef must remember the motive behind his humor. He does not intend to undermine the government, but rather inform his viewers and readers of the injustices in Egypt’s leadership. “Al-Bernameg” is a call to action, albeit a funny one. If he hopes to reach the largest audience, he ought to be conscious of his viewers. In the month of
shows before “Al-Bernameg’s” sudden hiatus, Youssef started utilizing more swear words (a move taken from “The Daily Show” playbook that has been critically received in Islamic Egypt) and became increasingly volatile, reminding viewers that his program is not intended for children. However, Egypt’s youth has been the most pointedly anti-government demographic and his biggest supporters. Youssef needs their support, and Egypt’s fate depends on them. The Egyptian government alone administers enough damage to Youssef’s reputation — he must be careful to not permit his recklessness to contribute to his destruction. Youssef is in a position to direct progress — he should not allow attempts at suppression to deter his resolve. Egypt needs his voice. If he remains silenced, whether by his own actions or the government’s, the voice of Egyptian media will be unified in the hands of a lone proprietor. There is no humor in that. Omar Etman is a deputy opinion editor. Omar’s Oration is published every Tuesday. Email him at oetman@nyunews.com.
STAFF EDITORIAL
Egyptian executions unjust and cruel
Five-hundred and twenty-nine supporters of the overthrown Muslim Brotherhood regime were sentenced to death in Egypt on Monday for the murder of a policeman and attacks on people and property. The trial lasted only two days, and the court’s decision seems to reflect the wide-scale crackdown on Muslim Brotherhood opposition following the ouster of President Mohamed Morsi. The Brotherhood has been branded a terrorist organization by Egypt’s government, and a ban on all members and activities concerning the Islamist group was sanctioned in September 2013. The policies of General Abdel Fattah el-Sisi have moved the country further away from reaching the goals of those who began protests in Tahrir Square over three years ago. According to Amnesty International, this execution is the largest single batch of simultaneous death sentences the organization has seen in modern history. Hassiba Hadj Sahraoui, deputy Middle East and North Africa programme director at Amnesty, described the decision as “injustice writ large.” She continued, “Imposing death sentences of this magnitude in a single case makes Egypt surpass most other countries’ use of capital punishment in a year.” Abdullah el-Haddad, the spokesperson for the Muslim Brotherhood in London, has dismissed the verdict as a “threat message,” and also called the new government a “dictatorship that Abdul Fattah el-Sisi is trying to establish.” Egypt’s foreign ministry emphasized that the decision can be appealed and “would be overturned as soon as the defendants demanded a retrial.” The head of the Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies also harshly criticized the court, calling the verdict a “disaster.” Ideally pressure from within Egypt will resolve the abusive sentences without the need for significant international interference. It remains unknown if the verdict was influenced by authorities or was a result of rejuvenated nationalism among anti-Brotherhood Egyptians. On Tuesday, the leader of the Brotherhood Mohamed Badie, the head of its political wing Saad al-Katatny and 683 other supporters and officials will be tried by the same court. In addition, three journalists from Al Jazeera will be tried on the accusation of being linked to the Brotherhood and spreading “false news.” The three journalists have been held in Egypt for the past 86 days. The verdict yesterday was not the deliverance of justice but a departure from it. Relatives of the condemned responded accordingly, swarming the streets to decry the ruling. For a military government that has been trying to tighten its grip on power, yesterday’s decision may have just undone it. Time will tell if the ruling is enough to foment an uprising against an embedded military regime. For the people of Egypt, one must hope that the possibility of 529 executions is enough to generate change.
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Early favorites fail to live up to expectations By CHARLES SURETTE
This year was poised to be the year of traditional powers at the NCAA Basketball Championship. Perennial contenders like Duke University, University of Kansas and Syracuse University were expected to make runs toward a national championship thanks to rosters with superior, NBA-level talent. Following the tournament’s first two rounds, however, all three have been eliminated — rather than a Sweet 16 featuring top prospects Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker and Joel Embiid, basketball fans across the country are left with the likes of upstart programs at schools like University of Dayton and Stanford University. None were so embarrassed as Duke and its freshman phenom Parker, who were eliminated by underdog Mercer College in a stunning first-round upset. In recent years, outcomes once thought to be nearly impossible are becoming commonplace. Lower seeds are now besting the tournament favorites nearly every year. The cause of this phenomenon is becoming clear — the increasing prevalence of the one-and-done athlete, or players who bolt for the NBA after a single season at the college level. Long gone are the days of the beloved college basketball hero who remains at his university for multiple years, leaving as the heralded senior who led his school to a national championship before moving on to the NBA. Nowadays, with the allure of easy fame and fortune causing young prospects to jump to professional basketball as soon as possible, as well as the NBA’s age restrictions, players increasingly view a year of college as simply paying their dues before reaping the rewards of rich rookie contracts and hefty endorsement deals. Storm clouds first appeared on the horizon nearly two decades ago, when Kevin Garnett became the first modern player to enter the NBA draft immediately following high school in 1995. A generation of preps to pros players, including Lebron James, Kobe Bryant and Dwight Howard, followed
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Andrew Wiggins is expected to go high in draft despite failure. suit, sounding alarm bells at the NBA and NCAA. In an effort to funnel more talent into college basketball, the NBA imposed its age limit of 19 in 2006. Even a year of top talent at basketball’s hallowed institutions has not been enough to stop the upsets. Recruiting has thus far failed to replenish lost talent at upperechelon programs, narrowing the gap to smaller schools that have missed out on the nation’s top prospects. Schools like Mercer and Dayton, long unnoticed by top basketball pundits, are now able to compete with the mighty Jayhawks, Blue Devils and Tar Heels. Moreover, with many small school players remaining for three to four years for a shot at the pros, experience and leadership overwhelm the raw talent of once far superior programs. Until either the NBA or NCAA steps in to force players to remain in the college game for more than a year, college basketball will become a more level playing field. The moniker of the traditional power is increasingly meaningless thanks to greater parity between big and small schools, and it may not be much longer before a smaller college basketball program finally claims an elusive national championship. Charles Surette is a contributing writer. Email him at sports@nyunews.com.
Volleyball team returns to winning record in New Jersey By SEAN BILLINGS
The NYU men’s volleyball team defeated both New Jersey City University and Hunter College on March 23 in Jersey City, N.J. NYU defeated NJCU in four sets, dropping only the third set by 19-25 and winning the other sets with scores of 25-23, 25-17 and 27-25. The Violets recorded 60 kills, seven aces and four blocks. The team was led by Tisch freshman Chase Klein who tallied 14 kills, swinging .417, and 15.0 points in the first match. Klein was named United Volleyball Conference Rookie of the Week for his stellar performance throughout the day. “It is a honor to be named freshman of the week,” Klein said. “I think the UVC is a super strong conference,
and any time my name comes up as one of the top players it is very humbling.” LS sophomore Colin LaPorte, LS freshman Will Kozloski and SCPS senior Nick Capriccio also made big contributions. LaPorte recorded eight kills and two aces. Kozloski and Capriccio went 10-1-1 and 9-4-2 (killsaces-blocks), respectively. The team’s win over NJCU was the first fourset victory since their first match of the season in January against York College. NYU put on an even more impressive offensive display against New York City foe Hunter College. The Violets won in straight sets with scores of 25-14, 25-20 and 25-19. The Violets were again led by the performances of LaPorte and Klein with 13 and 11 kills, respectively.
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Senior Captain Connor Mortland, who dished out 48 assists on the day, said he was pleased overall with his team’s performance. He said they bounced back after a lazy start against NJCU. “We came out a bit slow in the first match against New Jersey City University,” Mortland said. “We were lackadaisical and not making plays that we should have which is why we lost the third game. When we were down 2319 in the fourth game, we showed a lot of resiliency by being able to come back and finish the match.” Mortland said his team turned around the sloppy play and concentrated on their offence from the service line, which proved fruitful. Mortland added that the team had one of the best serving matches yet. Mortland said the victory against NYU’s city rival was well received. “There is always a rivalry between teams in New York City,” Mortland said. “Beating Hunter was important from a Division III perspective, but there was also pride at stake considering they are one of our main rivals every year.” After collecting two wins on Sunday, the Violets prepare to meet another incity rival Baruch College on Thursday, and the UVC conference tournament in April. Sean Billings is a staff writer. Email him at sports@nyunews.com.
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