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L. Ron Hubbard on the Christianity “Cult”

November 22, 2022 By Mike Rinder 53 Comments

Here is another quote from L. Ron Hubbard expressing thoughts about Christianity: “It’s an interesting thing that there exists on Earth a cult which believes a hundred percent that it has the only god there is in this universe. And this is quite an interesting thing. See, this is terribly interesting. Anybody who says he has a total monopoly on all there is of something, which you can’t weigh, see or measure, is suspect. Christianity’s gain in the world and its departure from its own announced principles were in the main in the direction of control…It is not even a major group today in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: L Ron Hubbard Tagged With: Christianity, Jesus Christ, L. Ron Hubbard, scientology cross

Scientology Refunds and Repayments: We Don’t Do That Any More

October 31, 2022 By Mike Rinder 18 Comments

  Recently, a letter from the "Claims Verification Board" came to my attention. In it they state: "It has always been church policy that anyone requesting a refund/repayment must do so within 3 months" -- so of course, they denied the request for return of funds (as they ALWAYS do). This is NOT in fact even what "church policy" says. Let's go through what L. Ron Hubbard said "church policy" is with respect to giving dissatisfied customers their money back (remember, the entire Victorian Inquiry came about because Hubbard refused to return a small amount of money to one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fundraising Tagged With: Claims Verification Board, irs, L. Ron Hubbard, refunds, repayments, Tax exempt status

Reality Check: Scientologists and Law Enforcement

October 25, 2022 By Mike Rinder 25 Comments

With the ongoing rape trial of Danny Masterson, a lot of people are curious about scientology's position with respect to reporting crimes to law enforcement. Scientology responded to reports they forbid this in typical fashion -- quoting the LA Times: The Church of Scientology declined to comment on the pending criminal matter, but said the religion has no policy against reporting crimes committed by Scientologists to law enforcement. “Church policy explicitly demands Scientologists abide by all laws of the land,” spokeswoman Karin Pouw said. Though most people reject scientology's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Special Feature Tagged With: Danny Masterson, Introduction to Scientology Ethics, Karin Pouw, L. Ron Hubbard, New Hope for Justice

Brainwashed According to Scientology

September 21, 2022 By Mike Rinder 12 Comments

I noticed this some time ago, but had not gotten around to doing anything with it. Another brilliant analysis from the experts at STAND: who of course know absolutely nothing, including what Hubbard had to say... He kicks his piece off with a witty description of how to "wash a brain" before prattling on about how brainwashing is a hoax: How to wash a brain: Carefully remove the brain. Gently immerse it in a bowl of lukewarm soapy water. Scrub the brain gently with a fine bristled brush. Rinse the brain. Wrap the brain in plastic wrap to prevent further … [Read more...]

Filed Under: STAND League Tagged With: Beria, brainwashing, Chris Owen, L. Ron Hubbard, Rodger Clark, Tony Ortega

Between Lives Implants and Clams

September 19, 2022 By Mike Rinder 18 Comments

  This recent promotion on Facebook brought up the subject of "Between Lives Implants," one of Hubbard's crazier concepts.   Their lecture is necessarily a regurgitation of Hubbard's "technology" contained in his wonderfully bonkers book, History of Man.  You know, the one that begins: This is a cold-blooded and factual account of your last sixty trillion years. The test of any knowledge is its usefulness. Does it make one happier or more able? By it and with it, can he better achieve his goals ? This is useful knowledge. With it the blind again see, the lame walk, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: L Ron Hubbard, Scientology Tagged With: Between Lives Implants, Clams, History of Man, L. Ron Hubbard, volcanos, Wealden House LIC Group, Xenu

More Hubbard on CANCER

August 6, 2022 By Mike Rinder 34 Comments

I wrote an earlier article: L. Ron Hubbard on Cancer It is hard to fathom that this subject does not get more attention. It is a well-known fact in scientology that the answer to any condition or disease is to get a PTS handling and auditing to solve the problem. Unfortunately, because of this, many scientologists only resort to doctors when it is too late. In order to stave off claims of practicing medicine without a license, Hubbard penned a few policies for PR purposes that say "we are not treating or healing diseases or illnesses," but those few statements are understood to be for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: L Ron Hubbard Tagged With: cancer, Dianetics, L. Ron Hubbard

Scientology Homophobia

July 31, 2022 By Mike Rinder 12 Comments

This is the sixth "vacation" post, revisiting some of the more  important articles to have appeared on my blog over the years. The original post and comments is here.   Is scientology homophobic? There has been considerable discussion about this.  In today's world,  where it is no longer socially acceptable to be anti-gay, scientology has taken steps to attempt to portray itself as tolerant and welcoming of the LGBT community. But similar to scientology's claims that disconnection "doesn't exist" or is simply a "personal choice," the PR smokescreen hides an ugly and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: L Ron Hubbard, Scientology Tagged With: homophobia, homosexuality, L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology

The “Glory” of Scientology’s Dead “Enemies”

July 30, 2022 By Mike Rinder 3 Comments

This is the fifth "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.   A couple of days ago, Tony Ortega posted a lengthy "success story" from a woman who had recently completed "Super Power." Of course, it was over-the-top bizarre, but one paragraph stood out: While on the rundown two major SPs (2.5 percent) connected to my dynamics received their bitter end. One died in an unexpected way, and the other got put in a psychiatric hospital by his best friend. This filled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: L Ron Hubbard, Scientology Tagged With: enemies, fair game, L. Ron Hubbard

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

Dealing with Critics of Scientology – The L. Ron Hubbard Playbook

July 26, 2022 By Mike Rinder 10 Comments

This is the first "vacation" post, revisiting some of the more  important articles to have appeared on my blog over the years. The original post, along with the comments, can be found here.   If you read this blog, you are likely aware of Leah Remini's upcoming A&E show. I have had the pleasure of working with Leah on this show as a consultant and participant, a cause of great distress for the church. So I thought I might weigh in with some information I feel is pertinent to events now and into the future. As a reader here you are likely also aware of the "church" … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fair Game, L Ron Hubbard Tagged With: Dealing with Critics of Scientology, fair game, L. Ron Hubbard, Playbook, Vacation

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Crazy L. Ron Hubbard's 1980 letter to Pres. Reagan explaining his plan for a national sales tax and abolishing the IRS. It was a key theme of #scientology's war on the IRS... until they got exemption. Do today's proponents know? Full letter in blog post.
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