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Creator of Humans Of New York: blog, video series, and two #1 NYT bestselling books. More of a party on Instagram: @humansofny

New York, NY
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    Brandon Stanton‏Verified account @humansofny 13 Jun 2018
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    “I’m from a small country in Africa called Benin. I won the visa lottery to come here. I didn’t even know I was eligible. My brother entered my name and didn’t even tell me. I was studying to be a psychiatrist at the time. I assumed that I’d be able to continue with.. "pic.twitter.com/dnpGVdSbAo

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      2. Lynn J‏ @lynnj8110 13 Jun 2018
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        An immigrant’s life! Strength and love for the rest of your journey to achieving even more greatness 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽❤️❤️❤️

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      3. AthleticNerd‏ @OwolabbyAzeez 18 Jun 2018
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        Big facts 💯💯

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      1. Ordinary Punter‏ @IfiwereQueen 13 Jun 2018
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        Can you tell him that my dad had to do the same. Britain wouldn't recognise his Czech degree in architecture; he did it all again & got a first, & everything opened out to him. Hope this guy can persevere.

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      1. Vikram Kanagala MD, MS CTS‏ @bornlamron 13 Jun 2018
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        Immigrant doctor here but did not go through nearly anything as tough as you are going through. Just want to help you with guidance etc. DM me if you ever need it.

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      1. Sandra C Nduna‏ @sandunac 13 Jun 2018
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        Good job brother. Stay resilient and focused. You will achieve all your dreams

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      2. Liz Stoddard‏ @stoddard_liz 13 Jun 2018
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        I love this so much. Any word on a crowd funder to help this guy along?

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      1. Karen‏ @krichau 13 Jun 2018
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        You are the picture of what I admire in immigrants, the ability to work hard and dream the big dream. Good luck to you, I'm sure you'll make it.

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      1. sara zalea‏ @sarazaleaaa 13 Jun 2018
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        The kind of story i need

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      1. Donella K‏ @elleislovingit 13 Jun 2018
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        Well done and keep going. We are all applauding. Keep that focus mon frere 💪🏽

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