Only legal loophole saves Scientology Corporation from getting banned in France

Skybird · 10-27-09, 07:24 AM

Heared it on radio this morning. It's like with the many Hitler assassination attempts. The bad guys always suvive, somehow.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/8327569.stm

There have been many successful court cases against Scientology throughout Europe and in some instances the US, for tax evasion, fraud, intimidation, threatening of former members, stalking, torture and implementing mental distress, denouncement, betrayal of state offices, deception of public offices, alleged kidnapping, abuse, and more.

Several European nations refuse to accept Scientology as a religion. Which is wise, while true.

Schroeder · 10-27-09, 07:47 AM

Too bad.

SS107.9MHz · 10-27-09, 09:03 AM

Shame... But I doubt scientology could became as popular in Europe as in the states... Hopefully!

August · 10-27-09, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by SS107.9MHz

Shame... But I doubt scientology could became as popular in Europe as in the states... Hopefully!

It ain't as popular here in the states as some would have you believe.

AVGWarhawk · 10-27-09, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by August

It ain't as popular here in the states as some would have you believe.

I know exactly 0 who are into Scientology. It just seems to be the movie stars. I guess this is what you do when you're bored.

Shearwater · 10-27-09, 03:59 PM

Well, the verdict is still better than nothing

August · 10-27-09, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by AVGWarhawk

I know exactly 0 who are into Scientology. It just seems to be the movie stars. I guess this is what you do when you're bored.

Yep. I know Christians (in just about every flavor you could name), Muslims, Mormons, Jews, even an odd atheist or two but not a single scientologist and I have been in nearly every state in the Union. If you read the Euro press however one would think they're as numerous as cockroaches.

XabbaRus · 10-27-09, 04:50 PM

I lost a Russian student to CoS.

He came in with the pamphlet and was waffling on about it all excited. I tried telling him it was BS but he didn't listen. He never came back....

Skybird · 10-27-09, 05:03 PM

There was rumour in France earlier this year that Scientologic lobbyists in France's National Assembly paved the way for those changes in laws earlier this year that now prevent the French from banning this organised fraud company, they were aiming at banning them since 15 years, roughly. The legal case that now got decided already was running or being prepared when the Assembly decided these changes. With the old legal rule in place, it would have been game over for Scientology today.

What a lucky coincidence!

Shearwater · 10-27-09, 05:04 PM

Every now and then, there's a small stand here in front of the station or in the pedestrian zone where they have set up one of their e-meters (allegedly to analyze the 'stress level' of the people who are interested). Strange enough that there's always a couple of people willing to undergo the test

bookworm_020 · 10-27-09, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Shearwater

Every now and then, there's a small stand here in front of the station or in the pedestrian zone where they have set up one of their e-meters (allegedly to analyze the 'stress level' of the people who are interested). Strange enough that there's always a couple of people willing to undergo the test

Are they the same people who hand over there bank account details to someone in africa who needs their help with some money problems???

Reaves · 10-27-09, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by bookworm_020

Are they the same people who hand over there bank account details to someone in africa who needs their help with some money problems???

I won UK lottery and then Tom Cruise jumped out of my closet and started jumping on my bed!!

SS107.9MHz · 10-28-09, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by AVGWarhawk

I know exactly 0 who are into Scientology. It just seems to be the movie stars. I guess this is what you do when you're bored.

Well, I bet it's something they put on water in california! ehehehh Or maybe we're imune to it in Europe because you don't have "movie stars"

I don't think Gerard Depardiew is turning no one ito a Scientologist eheheheheh

Shearwater · 10-28-09, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by bookworm_020

Are they the same people who hand over there bank account details to someone in africa who needs their help with some money problems???

Yes, in fact they are pretty stupid. They're basically willing to give you money if you just ask them to do it.
Come to think of it, I could arrange something for you here. All I need is your address, bank account details and a small contribution to cover my expenses. Please contact me about further details.

bookworm_020 · 10-28-09, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Shearwater

Yes, in fact they are pretty stupid. They're basically willing to give you money if you just ask them to do it.
Come to think of it, I could arrange something for you here. All I need is your address, bank account details and a small contribution to cover my expenses. Please contact me about further details.

Isn't that the usual Scientology greeting???

10-27-09, 07:24 AM	#1
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,602 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Only legal loophole saves Scientology Corporation from getting banned in France Heared it on radio this morning. It's like with the many Hitler assassination attempts. The bad guys always suvive, somehow. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/8327569.stm There have been many successful court cases against Scientology throughout Europe and in some instances the US, for tax evasion, fraud, intimidation, threatening of former members, stalking, torture and implementing mental distress, denouncement, betrayal of state offices, deception of public offices, alleged kidnapping, abuse, and more. Several European nations refuse to accept Scientology as a religion. Which is wise, while true. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

10-27-09, 07:47 AM	#2
Schroeder Navy Seal Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Banana Republic of Germany Posts: 6,170 Downloads: 62 Uploads: 0	Too bad. __________________ Putting Germ back into Germany.

10-27-09, 09:03 AM	#3
SS107.9MHz Lieutenant Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Lat.40º12'82"N, Long.8º85'48"W, Portugal Posts: 256 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Shame... But I doubt scientology could became as popular in Europe as in the states... Hopefully! __________________ Rádio Universidade de Coimbra 107.9 FM, 26 Years Of Free Radio, http://www.ruc.pt/

10-27-09, 04:50 PM	#8
XabbaRus Navy Seal Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 5,330 Downloads: 5 Uploads: 0	I lost a Russian student to CoS. He came in with the pamphlet and was waffling on about it all excited. I tried telling him it was BS but he didn't listen. He never came back.... __________________

10-27-09, 05:03 PM	#9
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,602 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	There was rumour in France earlier this year that Scientologic lobbyists in France's National Assembly paved the way for those changes in laws earlier this year that now prevent the French from banning this organised fraud company, they were aiming at banning them since 15 years, roughly. The legal case that now got decided already was running or being prepared when the Assembly decided these changes. With the old legal rule in place, it would have been game over for Scientology today. What a lucky coincidence! __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

10-27-09, 03:59 PM	#6
Shearwater Captain Join Date: May 2009 Location: SUBSIM Radio Room (kinda obvious, isn't it) Posts: 542 Downloads: 45 Uploads: 0	Well, the verdict is still better than nothing

10-27-09, 05:04 PM	#10
Shearwater Captain Join Date: May 2009 Location: SUBSIM Radio Room (kinda obvious, isn't it) Posts: 542 Downloads: 45 Uploads: 0	Every now and then, there's a small stand here in front of the station or in the pedestrian zone where they have set up one of their e-meters (allegedly to analyze the 'stress level' of the people who are interested). Strange enough that there's always a couple of people willing to undergo the test