Erik Sofge

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Erik is a technology, science and culture writer based in Massachusetts. His work has appeared in Fast Company, Men’s Journal, Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, and Slate. He tweets at @esofge, and is a tireless defender of robot rights, or will be, once they’re smart enough to retain his services.

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