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The Function of Art: A Reminder

Read in case of emergency.

Nov 12, 2025 • Eric Raymond

Redeeming a Writing Practice

What I offer here is a remedy to the poisonous question, “What’s the point?”

Oct 5, 2025 • Eric Raymond

The Western Alliance

Does the resistance already have a brand?

Sep 18, 2025 • Eric Raymond

White After Labor Day

It’s a love letter, really, it is.

Sep 3, 2025 • Eric Raymond

Rejected for 25 Years

On the anniversary of Don Hertzfeldt’s animated film.

Jul 23, 2025 • Eric Raymond

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