Sent to the production company that made 'Going Clear' (documentary about Scientology)
edit: I sent an email...not an actual letter. Although that would probably be a better idea.
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Dear Mr Gibney,
The documentary about Scientology was wonderful. My wife and I were fascinated with the information you presented. Exposing a dangerous cult and protecting possible future members is quite a noble endeavor.
One thing interesting about watching this with my wife is that she too is currently trapped in a cult, and she doesn't even realize it. We were both raised in the religion known as Jehovah's Witnesses. The parallels between the cultish behavior was amazing to me. I kept looking at my wife while watching Going Clear, hoping, just hoping that something might click and get past the cognitive dissonance that she has built up over the years. I was able to mentally escape a few years ago. Although I see it as a cult, I could never express this view. I would lose my parents, in-laws, friends and most importantly my wife. JW's also shun those who no longer believe.
The Witnesses are currently undergoing several issues within the religion: Child abuse within the ranks, that is covered up (so as not to bring "reproach" upon Jehovah's name) and also the issue of Blood transfusions.
Young children as young as 6-7 are "taught" to express their view on not receiving blood in any case...emergent or otherwise. Children who have died have been displayed on the cover of their magazine 'Awake!' as martyrs and as an example to follow. I would gladly provide a reference if you are interested in seeing this. I could go on and on, but I'm sure you are a busy man. If you are actually reading this, I thank-you for your time and consideration. Somebody needs to do a MAJOR 'Tell-All' documentary about the dangers of this religion. There have been recent stories that you could google regarding the Child Abuse issue. (I believe ABC was the latest)
I thought the exposure that Going Clear received was awesome. My dream is to see The Watchtower Bible and Tract Society (official legal entity of JWs) squirm as much as the leaders of Scientology must have.
Thanks again for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
A guy who can't reveal his real name
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worth a shot, ya never know................
alright, I gotta go to bed. G'night all....
TD