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Why Do Scientologists Lie?

July 28, 2022 By Mike Rinder 16 Comments

This is the third "vacation" post, revisiting some of the more  important articles to have appeared on my blog over the years. The original post and comments can be found here.   I originally posted a version of this in early 2017. I have updated it with additional information and quotes. It's important, especially in light of the ongoing prosecution of Danny Masterson, other investigations, and civil cases. Anyone who confronts scientology witnesses needs to understand the nature of the beast.    While repeatedly asserting that they are "the most ethical group … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Scientology Tagged With: L. Ron Hubbard, lie, lying, scientologists

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11 Aug

More excellent sleuthing from the relentless exposer of #scientology lies. Bet they HATE Freedom of Information laws at this point....

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Theft By False Pretenses: Scientology’s 9/11 Scam http://azhlynnes.blog/2022/08/10/theft-by-false-pretenses-scientologys-9-11-scam/

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leahremini Leah Remini @leahremini ·
9 Aug

We believe discriminatory rhetoric, misinformation, and hate speech have no place anywhere which is exactly why we’re fighting Scientology, its lies, and hypocrisy.

Including those spread by Scientology front groups like the Stand League.

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