Reasonable Essays is a Substack created by me, Sean Patrick Hughes, a former Naval Officer and current technology leader who believes there’s a better way to discuss important issues. After 15 years of active-duty service—including multiple deployments to Iraq and other CENTCOM—I left the Navy, discovered a passion for writing through my first blog (Chartwell West), and saw how many people crave thoughtful, balanced perspectives. In 2021, I moved to Substack.
In Reasonable Essays, like my first blog, I draw from military background, leadership experience in Silicon Valley, and wide-ranging interests to unpack timely topics. Instead of sensationalism or outrage, I hope you’ll find level-headed analysis grounded in reason and respect for differing opinions. If you’re tired of sifting through the loudest voices online just to reach a thoughtful conclusion, you’re in the right place.
Ultimately, Reasonable Essays is about providing a calm space for critical thinking—an antidote to the noise. We’re a community of readers who believe that reason, curiosity, and open-minded discussion are the keys to understanding our world a little better.
