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The Duke Lacrosse Case and Truth | Durham News
In 2007, the Duke lacrosse case exploded into a national scandal when Attorney General Roy Cooper stepped in to shut down the prosecution after uncovering glaring flaws — from inconsistent testimony and missing DNA evidence to a lack of forensic links. Despite political pressure to tread carefully, Cooper boldly declared the three players innocent, calling it a “tragic rush to accuse.” His truth-telling, though risky, exposed systemic failures and became a landmark moment for justice, accountability, and the power of speaking up — even when it’s politically costly. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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