Comments on: Why Now?

By: D G Calota

D G Calota — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 03:40:29 +0000

Hello Mike,

My name is Daniela. I am a Christian and I love learning about Scientology, the courses have helped me so much especially with injuries and trauma . Something the Catholic Church needs to learn is to respect everyone’s choices because they started to look in global eye like the fascists Mussolini and Hitler church, both Catholics, and God forbid we go through that persecution again collectively. I respect all Church and I hope the Catholic Church respects everyone’s rights and freedoms.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 21:18:03 +0000

In reply to Judy.

Also regarding Heber being held in the Hole for over 10 years and him being in his 70’s now, a shell of his former self — can’t the authorities be brought in on Elder Abuse? In my state they take any allegation of Elder Abuse very seriously and investigate it big time. Maybe this is an angle to get the authorities out to Int — call and report elder abuse on Heber Jenzcht.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 21:12:50 +0000

In reply to Liz Gale. To Liz Gale: Well done for coming out on this blog. You will feel much better from it. Welcome to the side of Light. Are you related to Stan Gale?

By: peggy2176il

peggy2176il — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 18:22:16 +0000

Also not in the cult, but after reading all these posts all I can say is truly speak YOUR OWN TRUTH, and let the healing began. Whether here or somewhere else, let the chains that bind you fall away because you will feel so much better.
You have been victimized by this so called religion. Victimized, not a victim and therein lies the difference.
Speak out, let your true self out from under all that garbage and learn what freedom truly is for you.
There is strength in numbers, healing within and without. Join with others…..there is hope.

By: Mikayla Maskell

Mikayla Maskell — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 23:05:39 +0000

Mike,
I have been out of town and missed the 20/20 show. After reading your comments I am not sure I want to watch it. I have been so moved by how real courage is being displayed for the first time in a long time that I don’t want to watch anything that casts ANY doubt about what real hero’s look like. You and Leah are certainly putting yourselves in harms way for others, that is obvious. I admire both of you so much and I have cried with you during these interviews. It is a crime that a cult could hijack the word ‘religion’ and get away with the crimes that they are perpetrating on innocent children and families. I have written to Bernie, yes in VT. that’s what we call him, and other political representatives. I will support you in any way I can. Be well. I am praying for all of you.
-Mikayla

By: Beth

Beth — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 19:42:26 +0000

I believe the government has not followed through with investigating this self-proclaimed religion is the fear of violating the constitutional rights afforded.
Sometimes one must find alternate avenues to reach the same destination.
The one thing, I know, is these scientology kids are not receiving the education required, by law.
This would be an alternate avenue to go into, investigating this organization.
This coming from a person raised in a family of public school educators and military men/women.
Even home schooling requirements are more strictly monitored than appears to being monitored in this organization.
I find it unfair and appalling that these children receive no education as required, by law.
I may be way off, here. Don’t get me wrong, I think this organization, which I refuse to call a church, should be widely investigated. I believe that the government must find a way to get their foot in the door and maybe education, or the lack there of, would be a good start. This cannot be argued or defended, especially if the kids cannot pass basic educational testing the rest of our children must pass.
I really hesitated to post this as I’m certain this site is closely monitored by that organization. I’d hate to give them a heads up.
That said, filing a complaint with the US Dept of Education is a good start.
The law is very specific and no religious organization is exempt from meeting federal education guidelines and testing guidelines.

By: Jo Outie

Jo Outie — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 16:21:45 +0000

In reply to katsmidlifecrisis.

Kat, not sure if links are allowed but in the second half of this video Chris Shelton and Aaron Levin cover the employment topic quite well https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gNZr3qMC4TI and have some useful tips for those on the exit route?

By: Mike Wynski

Mike Wynski — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 12:48:57 +0000

In reply to Mike Wynski. Jeannette, the answer to your question is probably in the area of the authorities not having enough evidence to come close to getting convictions. Talk to any competent D.A. and that is probably the answer you will get.

By: Linnah Jacobs

Linnah Jacobs — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 08:04:47 +0000

In reply to annladenberger. A Patch of Blue Sky

By: Old Surfer Dude

Old Surfer Dude — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 03:32:24 +0000

In reply to Old Surfer Dude. I stand corrected, type 4. Thanks for the link.