Opinion Piece: Ticket-scalping is a victimless crime

Matt Ryan: Ticket-scalping is a victimless crime

THIS weekend's Marshall-WVU football game gives West Virginians quite a bit to be proud of. Competition, school spirit and economic stimulus are but a few results that will emerge from Saturday's showdown.

There is one characteristic of the game, however, that most of the general public bemoans -- ticket-scalping.

Many feel that ticket scalping involves one party taking advantage of another against their will, and the name itself elicits images of a ghastly wartime tactic.

The practice of re-selling tickets couldn't be viewed in a more unfavorable -- or inaccurate -- light.

Read on for Matt's examples and conclusion: So drop the ticket-scalping nonsense...

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