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Making Clearwater A Scientology “Ideal City”

March 9, 2022 By Mike Rinder 32 Comments

If anyone in the Clearwater community does not believe scientology is determined to own their city, let this be another warning. This woman apparently doesn't have enough to do in Venezuela (everything is going along so well there) so she is in Clearwater delivering seminars (in Spanish ?) "in alignment with our purpose of making Clearwater an ideal city." For those  who don't know,  "ideal" in scientology means "fully in accordance with the dictates of L. Ron Hubbard." Scientologists are learning and "drilling" to infiltrate the community. They are proud of this effort and want every … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater, Volunteer Ministers Tagged With: Aaron Smith-Levin, Clearwater, Clearwater City Council, ideal city, Vanessa Rivera, volunteer ministers

Clearwater Election — Don’t Support Scientology

February 13, 2022 By Mike Rinder 68 Comments

The Clearwater City Council election is coming up on March 15. Just over a month away. Every reader of this blog is aware that Aaron Smith-Levin is seeking election to the City Council. His opponent in the race is Lina Teixeira. Aaron has just done a video detailing specific reasons why she is not just soft on scientology, but actively works with them to influence matters in downtown Clearwater. This is something all voters in Clearwater need to know.  Spread it on social media as you can. If you want to support Aaron's campaign, click here. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater Tagged With: Aaron Smith-Levin, Clearwater, Clearwater City Council, Lina Teixeira

Scientology’s Not-so-secret Clearwater Political Campaign

January 22, 2022 By Mike Rinder 30 Comments

Someone forwarded this recent scientology email blast to me. They're trying to keep it hidden. Note the "DO NOT POST ON FB" bold ALL CAPS at the end. It  contains a bunch of coded language.  Despite what it says, the recipients of this message know they are not supposed to actually do their own research -- they might see something they are not supposed to see. By labeling Aaron an "Anti-scientologist" nothing more need be said. Because he is an "anti-scientologist" he is automatically an "anti-social personality" (or SP). Every scientologist knows you must NOT support an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater Tagged With: Aaron Smith-Levin, Clearwater, Clearwater City Council, Kurt Belshaw, Scientology

Signs of Success

November 27, 2021 By Mike Rinder 63 Comments

  To quote the famous philosopher, humanitarian, religious leader, nuclear physicist, author, horticulturist, sea captain, glider pilot, explorer, adventurer and musician, L. Ron Hubbard from his HCOB 1 May 1958 SIGNS OF SUCCESS: Whenever we’re really winning the squirrels start to scream. You can tell if somebody is a squirrel. They howl or make trouble only when we’re winning. Spectacular success can quadruple the number of complaints. Recently there has been an uptick in the number of complaints registered in the comments section of my blog. I must be doing something … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater, Fair Game Tagged With: Aaron Smith-Levin, Clearwater City Council, Confront and Shatter blog, Mike Rinder, Stefani Hutchinson

Episode 60: Clearwater City Council Candidate Aaron Smith-Levin

October 4, 2021 By Mike Rinder 28 Comments

  In this episode we talk to our old friend Aaron Smith-Levin about a wide variety of topics, including the status of Goliath the SP dog, but focus on his announcement that he is running to be elected to the Clearwater City Council and the activities of the Aftermath Foundation. Aaron appeared in the original season of The Aftermath, in one of the more memorable episodes:     My recent post about Aaron running for City Council:   Aaron Smith-Levin for City Council website:       Leah Remini: Scientology and the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Aaron Smith-Levin, Clearwater City Council, Fair Game Podcast, irs, Leah Remini, Mark Bunker, Mike Rinder, Tax Exemption, The Aftermath Foundation

How to Support Aaron Smith-Levin for Clearwater City Council

September 18, 2021 By Mike Rinder 21 Comments

Now that the campaign season is officially here, Aaron has a website:  aaronforclearwater.com   You can reach out to him to assist, and there is a page where you can donate to support his campaign.     If you did not read this, here is my recent post Aaron Smith-Levin for Clearwater City Council … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater Tagged With: Aaron Smith-Levin, Clearwater, Clearwater City Council

Aaron Smith Levin for Clearwater City Council

September 15, 2021 By Mike Rinder 50 Comments

The latest Tracey McManus article  on scientology ran yesterday, announcing that Aaron Smith-Levin is running to join Mark Bunker on the Clearwater City Council. Unfortunately, the editor chose a photo that featured me more prominently than Aaron and some thought I was running (I do not live in Clearwater so am not eligible to serve on the City Council). This is a significant event in Clearwater. Mark Bunker was elected to the City Council earlier. There is a new regime in Clearwater -- a new City Manager (Jon Jennings) and City Attorney (David Margolis) are coming to town, hopefully they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater Tagged With: Aaron Smith-Levin, CLearwater City Attorney, Clearwater City Council, Clearwater City Manager, David Margolis, Eliseo Santana, Frank Hibbard, Gabe Cazares, Jon Jennings, Lisa Mansell, Mark Bunker, Pam Bondi, Paris morfopolous, tampa bay times, Tracey McManus

Pinellas County Sheriff Candidate Eliseo Santana: Scientology Shill

September 27, 2020 By Mike Rinder 29 Comments

Eliseo Santana just sent me this mailer as a resident of Pinellas County. Last month, he became the democratic candidate to challenge the incumbent Sheriff Bob Gualtieri. I would not normally comment on this, except earlier this year, Eliseo Santana also ran for Clearwater City Council against Mark Bunker. Santana was a scientology shill in that election. (You can watch some of the videos of Santana in action at that link).  Scientology is afraid of running any scientologist candidates -- they know they will lose -- so they try to curry favor with candidates by promising them their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater Tagged With: Bob Gualtieri, Clearwater, Clearwater City Council, Eliseo Santana, Mark Bunker, Pan Bondi, Pinellas County, Pinellas County Sheriff

Mark Bunker Settles In at City Hall

April 1, 2020 By Mike Rinder 64 Comments

Mark Bunker was sworn in to the Clearwater City Council seat 2 on Monday. There is a public ceremony being held in City Hall on Thursday evening. This is his new desk. And his first visitor. Mark tells me Bobblerinder will be a permanent fixture at his desk. It is quite an honor. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater Tagged With: City of Clearwater, Clearwater, Clearwater City Council, Mark Bunker

Clearwater Elections Today — Vote for Mark Bunker

March 17, 2020 By Mike Rinder 22 Comments

If you are a resident of Clearwater, please exercise your right to vote today. As I have said since he announced his candidacy, I wholeheartedly support Mark Bunker for Seat 2 on the Clearwater City Council. Mark has changed the landscape of city politics in Clearwater by simply being in the race. He has forced those running for office to have to confront the issue of scientology and its impact on the local community. With no political history and no real "campaign" organized, it has been a word of mouth, grassroots effort. If you don't want scientology to hoodwink the city into the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clearwater Tagged With: Clearwater, Clearwater City Council, Elisio Santana, Mark Bunker

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mikerinder Mike Rinder @mikerinder ·
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Justice systems are "a cancer," and police and courts are composed of the "vicious and corrupt" according to #scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard. Bear this in mind as the retrial of #DJDonkeyPunch Danny Masterson unfolds...
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This is destined to be an #SPTV classic comedy moment. @blownforgood and @claireheadley share details of their "first date" in the Sea Org. It's near the end. If you're not subscribed to my channel yet, please do so... There is also important content.
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How Many Taxpayer-subsidized Mansions, Homes and Offices Does a Dead Man Need? It turns out to be a LOT when it comes to #scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard. Once again, where is the #IRS? How is this a valid exempt purpose? https://youtu.be/JfmJHiGfevA via @YouTube

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The DOJ details what #scientology does to destroy those speaking out about their abuses. Including but not limited to:
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@blownforgood
@claireheadley
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Monday Evening Q&A and Spilling the Tea https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1YpJkgWdQDyJj

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  • Donna on How Many Taxpayer-Subsidized Mansions, Homes and Offices Does A Dead Man Need?: “OK so if I understand the tax exempt status laws in the USA, ALL of these properties in the USA…” Mar 30, 14:56
  • Francis Khoury on Thursday Funnies: “And that spiral, real as it is, will not be talked about, except in places like this. Cognitive dissonance at…” Mar 30, 14:41
  • Francis Khoury on Thursday Funnies: “Congrats on your departure, whenever it was. It is sad to see, you’re right. I spun my wheels in a…” Mar 30, 14:39
  • Yawn on How Many Taxpayer-Subsidized Mansions, Homes and Offices Does A Dead Man Need?: “Yep, it’s a special kind of insanity Scientology. It’s an out of control group activity of the mind that makes…” Mar 30, 13:24
  • Fred G. Haseney on Thursday Funnies: “Re: “Tampa Brad” is hiring So, “Tampa Brad” is looking for a videographer/editor (wink, wink). Has Ashley gone legitimate as…” Mar 30, 12:55
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  • Paul Ronk on Thursday Funnies: “scientology sets up a two-way mirror for the parishioners. They cannot see out, but all of us that are out…” Mar 30, 11:54
  • PeaceMaker on Thursday Funnies: “Austin org is scheduled with the city for an opening event on April 15th. Chicago will apparently be after that…” Mar 30, 11:45
  • PeaceMaker on How Many Taxpayer-Subsidized Mansions, Homes and Offices Does A Dead Man Need?: “It seems to me they serve as sort of shrines – not unlike traditional ones for gurus, saviours and gods.…” Mar 30, 11:31
  • Doug Sprinkle on How Many Taxpayer-Subsidized Mansions, Homes and Offices Does A Dead Man Need?: “Very interesting thanks for sharing that. I guess I also wanted to believe that he was super human too. But…” Mar 30, 11:19

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