I don't think Raines was all that horrible, at least not to the extent that others here think. The guy had more talent than what we typically saw. Much of any skill he had was held abeyant.
My problem with Raines is he was simply willing to go with the cards he was dealt. Pure supposition on my part, of course. I suspect he didn't spend much time watching Bernau. I suspect he never complained to the brass about character assassination. I suspect he didn't complain about the eradication of the Spaulding brand.
A twirling mustache persona is light years away from who Alan Spaulding was. Dope-peddling is light years away from who Alexandra Spaulding was.
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Monday: Will and Chad try to help Sonny remember what happened before his attack.
Tuesday: EJ has a proposition for Stefan. Nancy is shocked to see Craig in Salem.
Wednesday: Kristen gets the better of John.
Thursday: Sonny confronts Alex over his betrayal
Friday: Nicole and Eric have a heart to heart talk