Thomas J. Raleigh · Author · Essayist · Raconteur · Est. 1950
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I'm not so caught up in myself that I believe everything I submit has absolute merit. I can say with confidence that the mighty pen in the hands of we the people possesses more lasting power and influence over any authoritarian posing threats to our democracy.

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Hey MAGA...

Hey MAGA Republicans.  Can you guys forget about your “too many transgenders in women’s sports” argument for a second and answer these questions for me?  Why are Republican led states typically the poorest in the country, the least educated, have the lowest-paying jobs,…

July 29, 2026 · 1 min read
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Jul 28

Stooge of the Week: Kevin Hassett

One of Trump’s top economic advisors who spoke on Fox Business recently stated: “Credit Card spending is through the roof”.  “So, the consumer is really, really, firing…

Jul 27

Problem is...seems like Iran is winning.

Several of Trump's AI-generated posts taunted Iran amid renewed fighting between the warring nations that effectively spoiled the fragile Iran war ceasefire. Among the AI-…

Jul 27

Trump by the Numbers

38,000 plus — Trump mentions in the Epstein files across more than 5,300 government documents. 400+ times — Trump pleaded the 5th to the NY Attorney’s Office…

Jul 22

Trump Derangement Syndrome

Trump Derangement Syndrome, or TDS, is getting a lot of play lately.  When confronted, MAGA uses it to condemn those who dare criticize Trump.  I tend to differ.…

Jul 20

On the World Stage

I do indeed believe that Trump has become exceedingly reckless, and I do wish more MAGA people would take note.  We should condemn the constant anger and division…

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Time Enough for the Henchman

Time Enough for the Henchman

Novel · 2015

Chicago, the late 1920s. John Cunin — a trusted man in the North-Side Gang, trapped in a dead-ended life — meets a mysterious, crooked-armed stranger on the morning of his own untimely death. Four young boys are unwittingly drawn in, and over a few otherworldly days they open him a way to bridge nearly four lost decades and escape his past.

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I'll Be Watching You

I'll Be Watching You

Reflections · 2015

A loving grandfather’s between-the-lines reflections on the things that matter most. Call it what you want — a misguided guide, a weak attempt at life’s lessons, or simply rants from a troubled old man — but in the end, it’s meant for those who choose to question what others sometimes don’t.

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