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8/12/2018

This article from The Washington Post tells the story of Tyrone Hankerson Jr., a Howard University student who became the center of controversy and scrutiny after an embezzlement scandal was revealed at the university. The article explores the series of events that led to Hankerson being labeled as a scammer by social media and the public. It delves into the wider issues of financial mismanagement and tensions within the university, as well as the impact of viral videos and social media on shaping public narratives. The article raises questions about whether Hankerson is truly guilty or if he has become a scapegoat in a larger institutional problem.

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