Weeks after aNew Yorkerarticle alleged fabrications in hiscomedystandup,Hasan Minhajis speaking out.

you’ve got the option to watch the video below.

But being accused of faking racism is not trivial.

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Its very serious, and it demands an explanation.

Because after reading that article, I would also think that.

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The reason I feel horrible is because Im not a psycho.

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Our piece, which includes Minhajs perspective at length, was carefully reported and fact-checked.

informant Brother Eric and the woman at the center of his prom-rejection story.

We stand by our story.

Bethanys mom really did say that it was just a few days before prom, he says.

Going forward, will I be more thoughtful about sticking to the facts in my storytelling?

Absolutely, he said.

Look, the guy in this article is a proper … psycho.

But I now hope you feel like the real me is not.

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