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The late Gonzo journalist Hunter S.Thompson had the title doctor before his name. Did he receive a doctoral degree, or is it just a fake title?

Question #132909. Asked by endoverend.
Last updated Oct 15 2013.
Originally posted Oct 15 2013 12:28 PM.

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According to Wikipedia, Thompson did not complete high school. While running unsuccessfully for sheriff of Pitkin County, Colorado, he published an article in Rolling Stone magazine under the byline "Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (Candidate for Sheriff)," which was apparently a misrepresentation.

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hunter_S._Thompson#Education

Oct 15 2013, 8:08 PM
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