When Character Stood Tall: How My Fraternity Brothers Put Their Reputations On The Line to Fight Hatred Against Me

Update: 2025-01-06

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On this episode of Our American Stories, despite being generally liked by the fraternity he was rushing, some boys' parents expressed their dismay at Eric Motley wanting to join the group. His would-be fraternity brothers put their enjoyment and reputations on the line to fight the unjustified hate. Here he is to tell his story.

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When Character Stood Tall: How My Fraternity Brothers Put Their Reputations On The Line to Fight Hatred Against Me

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