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OPINION . Ours

Editor's Letter
by Brian Howard
I spent four hours inside the Baseball Hall of Fame during the Phillies reign as World F. Champions. It was more than a little odd. The common exchange, "Where you from?" "Philadelphia," "Oh," had a different rhythm to it.

Loose Canon
Working the phones at Philly's Energy Coordinating Agency
by Bruce Schimmel
Beep. I take down names, addresses, Social Security Numbers, plus reasons for their calls. A broken furnace, gas off, electric cut. Some need kerosene for portable heaters, their only heat source. One 83-year-old lady from North Philly needs another ton of coal.

OPINION . Yours

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"Really, he's going to 'empower average people to make music'? With what? Kazoos?"


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Really freak out a little, when I reading your article. How to put the compliment. You know how to said it in words, Good article!
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Thanks Holly. Maybe change the byline, so that folks who don't read the whole thing don't get the idea that Fiso lounge is the target of the probe?
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Thanks for recognizing such a true talent and insightful MC. This album is a must listen for all.
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Fascinating and nicely written!
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How did my record collection get in your office?
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Killer review! Anything chickpea related makes me happy and I have to try the cashew baklava!
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video from the Cold Fronts show
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I bet he refused a lot of deals that seemed shady ? Why else would he have gone unnoticed for so long ? I don't know but he deserves some recognition »»
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O.K
Are the people who work for the city have selective memory loss?
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452 days ago

Rodrick,

Keep them coming. You're the best.

Sincerely,

Wingaddict
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