Why Scientology Can't Sue People Anymore

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  • Опубликовано: 4 окт 2024
  • The two reasons Scientology can't sue people or media companies anymore.
    #Scientology #DavidMiscavige #DebbieCook
    Aaron Smith-Levin
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  • @nadjajohansson8569
    @nadjajohansson8569 2 года назад +850

    Victims: "Scientology trafficked and assaulted me!"
    Scientology: "Aww, you promised you wouldn't tell anyone!"

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade 2 года назад +35

      It's kind of messed up that that line of argument often also applies to pedophiles.

    • @PrometheusZandski
      @PrometheusZandski 2 года назад +15

      Scientology: We have you on tape confessing to criminal acts and we are going to ruin your life.
      That's more accurate

    • @ricklocket2812
      @ricklocket2812 2 года назад

      Christianity: Lol those amateurs! Cant even rape hundreds of children without getting sued. They are not even 0.001% as smart as us.

    • @robloughrey
      @robloughrey 2 года назад +3

      @@PrometheusZandski Not really no. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scientology_controversies

    • @nenmaster5218
      @nenmaster5218 2 года назад

      Left or Right, whoever you are, the Le List of Gerrymandering and Voting-Fraud that the Republicans and the Supreme-Court do get one Video-Essay after another, so why not watch? 'Some More News' has a lot on it all. Debunk him if you think he's wrong and you have Proof or agree with him and share.

  • @annfisher3316
    @annfisher3316 2 года назад +583

    The mental image of Miscavige's vulnerability in deposition is so oddly satifying.

    • @darthmom1019
      @darthmom1019 2 года назад +16

      I'll second that. 👍

    • @shavonne4831
      @shavonne4831 2 года назад +23

      All 5 ft and full of fear lol

    • @tinat5484
      @tinat5484 2 года назад +8

      Third

    • @daveowens271
      @daveowens271 2 года назад +27

      He may need a booster seat on the witness stand....

    • @WorldOfTess2024
      @WorldOfTess2024 2 года назад

      These comments rule. I normally am really uncomfortable with body shaming anyone, but when someone is as DESPICABLE as Tiny H*tl*r, no holds barred.

  • @colestone14
    @colestone14 2 года назад +1013

    How the FBI doesn’t put a stop to this clear abuse is beyond me!!

    • @shanedaley6236
      @shanedaley6236 2 года назад +49

      My opinion is just no one is looking at it closely in the broader case because of certain reasons but I would love to see it happen a raid on any of the big buildings or a raid of gold base to check out the hole but for the moment that's just not going to happen

    • @753greg
      @753greg 2 года назад

      The FBI only cares about the enemies of the Democrat party. Fake white sup "terrorism" (parents at school board meetings), election denyers, people who dared to work for Trump. Nothing else matters to them now.

    • @worldsnacked7150
      @worldsnacked7150 2 года назад +20

      It's infuriating.

    • @eric-yt
      @eric-yt 2 года назад +70

      money money money

    • @nunyabeezwacks1408
      @nunyabeezwacks1408 2 года назад +1

      Unfortunately, the FBI itself has become a corrupt organization that should be dismantled.

  • @dueymiller5795
    @dueymiller5795 2 года назад +234

    I ran into Scientology almost 40 years ago. They had these special techniques of training people. The woman who is showing me all these techniques got really upset when I told her. "Do you realize you're just trying to brainwash me?"

    • @PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim
      @PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim Год назад +17

      epic comeback!!!! i love this

    • @alexandratungstedt4385
      @alexandratungstedt4385 Год назад +2

      Ha ha ha... brilliant

    • @alba4203
      @alba4203 Год назад +1

      Ci devo pure credere? mamma mia che orrore nazi propaganda

    • @alba4203
      @alba4203 Год назад

      Anche io sono in scientology da 40anni e passa e tutta scientology è basata sul principio quello che è vero per te è vero e quello che è vero è quello che tu hai osservato.quindi il brainwashinght te lo sei fatto da solo.poi ti conviene per Soldi o altro come Katie Holmes e allora cambi versione.........

    • @alba4203
      @alba4203 Год назад

      Comunque questa storia serve anche a capire chi è a bordo e chi no.le porte in scientology sono aperte in entrata ed uscita.....zero problemi

  • @listrahtes
    @listrahtes 2 года назад +265

    Stories like these are why I think its legitimate to boycott Tom Cruise and demand that in public. He is deeply involved with Miscaviege and not only knows about this abuse but stands for it

    • @kennielsen3896
      @kennielsen3896 2 года назад +45

      I really wanted to see the new Top Gun movie, but just couldn't and have a clear conscience.

    • @bipolarbear7325
      @bipolarbear7325 2 года назад +15

      @@kennielsen3896 same here.

    • @rompevuevitos222
      @rompevuevitos222 2 года назад +4

      There is also a good chance he has been threatened as much if not more than other followers, not saying it justifies it, but i'm not sure about standing for it

    • @johnjones5354
      @johnjones5354 2 года назад +10

      @@rompevuevitos222 They must have something HUGE on Tom Cruise to keep him in line.

    • @rompevuevitos222
      @rompevuevitos222 2 года назад +2

      @@johnjones5354 Not necessarily, anything bad could loose him his reputation, and with that his job. Or maybe he commited a minor crime, who knows
      For someone like him i imagine that even a loss that relatively small would be too big
      It's probably something fairly big yes, but it doesn't even need to be that big for them to keep him in check

  • @CarolynandherClothes
    @CarolynandherClothes 2 года назад +457

    I just cannot believe people are still in this and put up with abuse. Very disturbing.

    • @DBCuzitis
      @DBCuzitis 2 года назад

      @Doctor President My thoughts too. I wonder if the 'celebrities' in the cult enjoy their catered and pampered treatment and being part of an elite 'in' club. Once something in the cult goes against them is when they may wake up I figure.

    • @sheinsez
      @sheinsez 2 года назад +13

      Scientology has people write "wins" for every course/service they do and people become invested in perpetuating the belief that they are doing the right thing.

    • @jamescampoccio1152
      @jamescampoccio1152 2 года назад

      @Doctor President Good point! They are all similar. In this respect. Nazis, American cultists, Globalists following New World Order.

    • @janetshew5028
      @janetshew5028 2 года назад +14

      Most of us slowly or quickly learn to cope with whatever environment we find ourselves in,Poor food , lack of sleep and constant confessionals ? It’s amazing after a lifetime anyone makes it out.

    • @robsemail
      @robsemail 2 года назад +10

      Christianity is very disturbing!

  • @MidnightAndLuna
    @MidnightAndLuna 2 года назад +605

    I cried listening to Debbie’s testimony. Her story isn’t an anomaly and that’s why her’s and everyone else’s story needs to be heard. At the very least, Scientology needs to lose tax exemption. Edit: I do think people who perpetrate this behavior need to be prosecuted. It’s long overdue. And, Scientology itself needs to lose their tax exemption status

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  2 года назад +29

      Thank you for watching and commenting

    • @maggiemay5510
      @maggiemay5510 2 года назад +11

      I cried as well...

    • @scottbrown7071
      @scottbrown7071 2 года назад +53

      How are Scientology and Miscavige not found guilty of human trafficking and kidnapping?

    • @MidnightAndLuna
      @MidnightAndLuna 2 года назад +26

      @@scottbrown7071 I don’t know, but they absolutely should

    • @maspesasmasperras5554
      @maspesasmasperras5554 2 года назад +10

      @@GrowingUpInScientology Do you have any idea what does Tom Cruise think about all of this?

  • @cheriatkins8378
    @cheriatkins8378 2 года назад +236

    Why would a church want a NDA signed for anything!?!
    This is crazy to me!!
    The Cult of Scientology needs to be brought down!
    So sickening!
    Thanks Aaron for all the information you provide. Stay safe and may God bless you and your family always!
    🙏🙏🙏

    • @mage1439
      @mage1439 2 года назад +19

      Imagine that in any actual faith. "20k more and you get to learn the 6th commandment. But you can't tell anyone else."

    • @robsemail
      @robsemail 2 года назад

      All of christendom needs to be brought down. It’s all bullshit, and the churches don’t even pay taxes. Us non-believers are thus forced to subsidize this hateful crap! People need to learn to live in reality for a change.

    • @isabellecasier5702
      @isabellecasier5702 2 года назад

      Because it is NOT a church or religion !
      There is a reason why sects can trive in the US, because you do not differentiate a sect from a religion.
      This is exactly why they have no footing in the EU. Oh they can be here and do there "recruiting" but they need to be very carefull and keep between the "lines" because if they would try that here they will be put on a plane straight back to the US. We do preach freedom but not at the expense of others or individuals thats where your freedom stops.

    • @Dirk_the_Daring
      @Dirk_the_Daring 2 года назад

      Go ask the Catholic Church about that and their ped0ph!le priests. There are thousands of children and their families that have been talked into NDAs for the "good of the church".
      "Forgiveness is divine, my flock. Sign here, and here, and here."

    • @Lord_Ronin_The_Compassionate
      @Lord_Ronin_The_Compassionate 2 года назад +9

      They’re no different to any of the current “established” religions. Just a quick look at the things done by the Roman Catholic Church throughout its history makes sciencefictionology seem quite civilised by comparison. Not that the Scientologist cult has anything to be proud of, they’re just a more recent example of how cults/religions behave especially once they have the money/political clout in their grubby little mits.

  • @shadowphantom2567
    @shadowphantom2567 2 года назад +120

    Miscavage is probably more worried about former executives who are whistleblowers than the average run of the mill scientologist. The former executives can testify to direct conversations with Miscavage and also to his actions as seen first hand. They may also have some documentation, and gain witness support from others inside the organization. One day Miscavage may find himself criminally prosecuted for his physical abuse of people along with anyone who took part in it. Not to mention a huge, devastating lawsuit by prior victims who unite, and his fall will be great indeed!

    • @crowe6961
      @crowe6961 2 года назад

      @@chrisstory563 For his indoctrination of children, that meeting would ideally be arranged sooner rather than later. Matthew 18:5-7 shows the side of Jesus that a whole lot of people like to ignore.

    • @andysmith1996
      @andysmith1996 2 года назад +1

      @@chrisstory563 That's as stupid as believing in an intergalactic ruler called Xenu.

    • @SonsOfLorgar
      @SonsOfLorgar 2 года назад

      ​@@chrisstory563 riiight...
      unfortunately, that's not even remotely true

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade 2 года назад

      @@andysmith1996 Honestly, it's not really any dumber than most other religions. The main difference is that it's so recent. There are still plenty of people around that actually knew Hubbard as he only died in 1986. Meaning that while the religion is a little over 70 years old, there are a lot of people that are still living who met him and interacted with him. It makes it a lot easier for people to call BS on than even the LDS where at least Joseph Smith died in 1844, so the likelihood of meeting somebody who met somebody who met somebody who met somebody that met him may not even be possible.
      Personally, I'm not a Scientologist or Mormon, I can't say I really care one way or another, but it's worth realizing that the main difference is that these are recent religions, and especially in the case of Scientology, where the standards for what is believable probably should be a bit higher.

    • @catherinesanchez1185
      @catherinesanchez1185 2 года назад

      I'd love to find out what happened to his wife!!

  • @17primemover
    @17primemover 2 года назад +177

    I’ve never understood how Scientology gets away with something like the hole. How is it not either kidnapping or false imprisonment?

    • @jugurthasyphax6341
      @jugurthasyphax6341 2 года назад +17

      Because it's probably in a greyer area than that. Remember, even most mistreated scientologists still believe in the religion and many Hole residents are likely convinced either that they deserve it, or at least that they can earn back their position and get back on the Bridge to total Freedom if they suck it up. Most probably despise Miscavige but since he controls the church and they're not ready to leave and disconnect from everyone and everything they know, they feel they have no other choice but to play along. Debbie's situation does sound like actual kidnapping, but I guess in most cases they don't actually point a gun at you. More like tell you: "Are you sure you wanna leave? You know what happens if you do..."

    • @_Aemse
      @_Aemse 2 года назад +22

      well it IS and IT SHOULD BE criminally prosecuted AS SUCH.

    • @mirfan-2020
      @mirfan-2020 2 года назад

      coz religion

    • @sphinxrising1129
      @sphinxrising1129 2 года назад +1

      Well, one thing is this is he said, she said thing with no proof.

    • @BlizzardofOze
      @BlizzardofOze 2 года назад +5

      @@sphinxrising1129 That would be a reasonable defense for pretty much anyone other than Donald Trump or a Scientologist.

  • @gerrydevlin8907
    @gerrydevlin8907 2 года назад +295

    Thanks, I was in Scientology in 1968 as a 19-year old college student. I didn’t find what I was looking for at that time and left. They sent materials to my parents house for 20 to 30 years. My parents begged them to stop as I lived 1200 miles away but they refused. Scientology found me at my parents house as I had back surgery and was in a body cast. They tried to get me to come back but I explained I found my path and what was wrong with them to harass my parents. They called at 10:00 PM and I told them to never contact me again. This still did not stop the mail 3 to 4 days a week until we sold the house.

    • @didamnesia3575
      @didamnesia3575 2 года назад +56

      So you're saying one could annoy someone worse than having Mormons sent to their house... fascinating.
      Sorry that happened to you

    • @CrabgrassFarmer
      @CrabgrassFarmer 2 года назад +7

      @annacolleen You're assuming they mail wasn't addressed to her parents

    • @tuvoca825
      @tuvoca825 2 года назад +47

      If someone has a good product... they don't have to push it on people. Period.
      But people doing fraud... it's much more common among them.
      I don't get why scientology is considered a church.

    • @gerrydevlin8907
      @gerrydevlin8907 2 года назад +12

      @annacolleen , no they refused many times

    • @HandFromCoffin
      @HandFromCoffin 2 года назад +4

      WTF....

  • @becca7327
    @becca7327 2 года назад +86

    This is absolutely insane. I have no idea how they can get away with this. I mean, I know how, but it is insane that they do.

    • @thomkatt3385
      @thomkatt3385 2 года назад +12

      it's astonishing that they are being allowed to hide behind an ecclesiastical defense. since when is any kind of physical abuse and/or emotional terrorism ecclesiastical?! I think they'd be hard pressed to prove that is doctrine, but it would be very telling if they did. AND, all of this should earn them the loss of their tax exempt status!

    • @jamescampoccio1152
      @jamescampoccio1152 2 года назад

      @@thomkatt3385 Good comments! If you do diligent internet research, you will find Hubbard's first major influence was Aleister Crowly - founder of worldwide Satanism.

    • @Qrtuop
      @Qrtuop 2 года назад

      It's because the US is a fucked country with a fucked justice system, a country slave to religion. Evangelicals rule the country. So of course any crazy cult can hide behind their "faith". That's why.

    • @becca7327
      @becca7327 2 года назад +9

      My heart breaks for those still stuck in this nightmare. They should absolutely lose any protections they have, the corrupt judges, the tax exemption, the compounds. It is too easy to hide.

    • @jamespedder5171
      @jamespedder5171 2 года назад +5

      3 Billion buys you some very very smart lawyers and that’s bought them time but things may be changing

  • @darthplagueis13
    @darthplagueis13 2 года назад +6

    Remember: NDA's only cover what is actually legal. A non-disclosure-agreenent cannot stop you from reporting crimes.

  • @Chrisarequipa80
    @Chrisarequipa80 2 года назад +2

    The whole thing falls flat when you ask their leader what happen to his wife.

  • @thedudeabides3138
    @thedudeabides3138 2 года назад +3

    Really, REALLY looking forward to the day that I read Miscavage’s obituary.

  • @billg7205
    @billg7205 2 года назад +72

    Key points here are:
    1 Normally an organization in this scenario would have just said she was lying.
    2 The obvious reason that they didn't take that route, is fear that more people would come forward and corroborate her testimony.

    • @hokutoulrik7345
      @hokutoulrik7345 2 года назад +6

      And the chance that the jury would have ruled against them setting the precedent that would open them up to further lawsuits that would have seen their organization dismantled. They took a look at the options and took the one that would do the least amount of damage.

    • @Christobanistan
      @Christobanistan 2 года назад +2

      @@hokutoulrik7345 Yup, could have been a Rico case.

  • @joshuapatrick682
    @joshuapatrick682 2 года назад +16

    It's absurd that the leader of an organization cannot be held accountable in a legal/civil sense.....it's as if the laws were written and passed by rich people to protect rich people....

    • @hollyshaw-elliemae
      @hollyshaw-elliemae 2 года назад +1

      his wife is still missing. for what, like 15 plus years now?

    • @jennyrust5092
      @jennyrust5092 2 года назад

      That’s because he probably thinks he’s doing something wrong. PROBABLY!!

  • @mistybehaviours
    @mistybehaviours 2 года назад +35

    There was a point when I was really low in life and considered joining Scientology, I’m so glad a researched the cult before going to that first appointment.

  • @mcoffeecation2153
    @mcoffeecation2153 Год назад +2

    How is Scientology not shut down and criminally charged???

  • @stevenryle5709
    @stevenryle5709 Год назад +8

    I haven't seen Debbie since 2001. She handed me my Clear Cert at graduation, and later my OT Preps and Eligibility, and gave me a great big smile. It was a wonderful evening. Reality set in a few months later and I left the Church and was hounded by OSA until I contacted the Clearwater Police and the Tampa paper. Lucky for me it was at a time when Ron's policy about refunds was still in affect. I got out before the stampede.

  • @misspoes8362
    @misspoes8362 Год назад +1

    How, How is it possible that this vile person, this little cowardly ‘man’ is not in prison. No wonder KH escaped with her daughter from this cult. Great respect to all of you for telling the truth.

  • @stoppropaganda2573
    @stoppropaganda2573 2 года назад +15

    Double A, how do they ever get past the fact that a minor, cannot be bound by a "legal" contract?

    • @janetshew5028
      @janetshew5028 2 года назад

      They have to sign these contracts many, many times ever the years. I imagine a contract signed under 18 couldn’t be proved to be binding. But the fact you agreed to the terms of the contract 10’s of hundreds of times ? That fact holds a lot of weight, even if you signed under duress- hard to prove you were under duress every time you signed.

  • @dannsherstone1037
    @dannsherstone1037 2 года назад +16

    I don't understand how this did not manifest into an investigation at the time.

  • @hughtollett7200
    @hughtollett7200 2 года назад +5

    Napoleon syndrome. Can't believe he's still walking around free. The tax exemption needs to be ripped from this organization.

  • @jeanneeber
    @jeanneeber 2 года назад +1

    How do these members not realize they're in an abusive cult!

  • @Kati-did
    @Kati-did 2 года назад +12

    A A Ron will be on Legalbytes tomorrow!!!! So excited and can't wait to watch!!!! Please stay safe!

  • @travelnc2g
    @travelnc2g 2 года назад +7

    Why is this not enough to go in and save these people?

    • @janetshew5028
      @janetshew5028 2 года назад +1

      It’s been said that if the FBI had come in to “save” the executives in the hole, many would’ve voluntarily stayed. That’s why it’s called a prison of the mind.

  • @kmitchell8323
    @kmitchell8323 2 года назад +7

    I feel like if I were face to face with miscavige all a would say is a toy story quote, "you are a sad strange little man and you have my pity. "

  • @texajersey5569
    @texajersey5569 2 года назад +1

    Because it requires the truth and punishes falsity

  • @shavonne4831
    @shavonne4831 2 года назад +8

    Debbie Cook is a brave hero.

  • @pamelacrawford4105
    @pamelacrawford4105 2 года назад +10

    Keep yourself and your family safe. Take Care AAron 😊😊😊

  • @tedphillips2501
    @tedphillips2501 2 года назад +4

    Miscavige doesn't want to have to plead the 5th when asked where his wife is.

  • @jenniferwellman5311
    @jenniferwellman5311 2 года назад +7

    I just finished watching the Leah Remini program on Netflix and I was blown away by the wasted land in Florida, it’s disgusting.

  • @melniee2551
    @melniee2551 2 года назад +12

    How is this guy not in jail?

    • @FA_2_Pilot
      @FA_2_Pilot 2 года назад

      Same reason pedofile priests get “relocated”instead of sent to jail. ReLiGIouS FrEEdoM

    • @ThePeacePlant
      @ThePeacePlant 2 года назад

      If he never ends up in jail in our lifetime, then we know something is not being done. Somebody is just sweeping this under the rug and forgetting about it

    • @naomistarlight6178
      @naomistarlight6178 2 года назад

      I think a lot of it is that 1) we only care about missing or kidnapped minors 2) Scientology can do whatever it wants with minors if the parents are brainwashed into signing the 'church' their parental rights away, which they almost always are, the parents are controlled by the auditing system and wanting to get to the next level. So anything they want to make a parent sign, they will.
      Same with adults signing away their rights in other ways. Like, when they're in the hole, they technically agreed to be there. It's kind of like being abused at a private party where the only other person there is the host and they have a lot more money and power than you, so you CAN leave and you CAN accuse them publicly when you do, but you kind of are going to have a hard time exercising the rights you have on paper.
      But it's mostly a case of don't underestimate how far people are willing to go when they think these rewards and punishments are real and they've become addicted to the approval of the organization.

  • @mothersgauri4137
    @mothersgauri4137 2 года назад +78

    Please stay safe and get through the storm !!
    Thank you for this encouraging update. Things are more and more looking hopeful.
    May this wretched organization FINALLY get it's just desserts !!!!!!!! May TRUTH finally prevail !!!

    • @jamescampoccio1152
      @jamescampoccio1152 2 года назад +3

      Truth will indeed prevail over this, and all, cults. Skip to the end of the book to find out how. (The Bible)

    • @jaymiddleton1782
      @jaymiddleton1782 2 года назад +3

      @@jamescampoccio1152 “my cult is the *real* cult.”

    • @jamescampoccio1152
      @jamescampoccio1152 2 года назад +1

      @@jaymiddleton1782 It is (because our Leader allowed himself to be persecuted, rather than persecute others.)

    • @jaymiddleton1782
      @jaymiddleton1782 2 года назад +2

      @@jamescampoccio1152 yes, your god sacrificed himself to himself as a loophole for a rule he himself created. Nonsense.

    • @jamescampoccio1152
      @jamescampoccio1152 2 года назад +1

      @@jaymiddleton1782 Well said (if inadvertently). ... yes ...sacrificed himself as a loophole for a rule he himself created, and none of us - especially myself - could keep. (I confess I am a coward. I am glad he is on the cross for my sin - instead of me.)

  • @rockyroad7345
    @rockyroad7345 2 года назад +136

    I really enjoy your channel and watched every episode of Aftermath when it originally aired. My jaw dropped when Debbie's story was told and learned her lawyer is from my small town. I watched her heartbreaking testimony and the triumphant outcome. You are doing very important work. Thank you.

    • @hollyshaw-elliemae
      @hollyshaw-elliemae 2 года назад +1

      was she the one who escaped in the trunk of a car?

  • @AxelQC
    @AxelQC 2 года назад +2

    You cannot sign nondisclosure agreements over illegal activities.

    • @chiensyang
      @chiensyang 2 года назад

      This is a catch-22 situation. Although nondisclosure can not cover up illegal activities, the activities have to be proven to be illegal first. Until proven, nondisclosure remains in effect.

  • @PopsiclePerson
    @PopsiclePerson 2 года назад +15

    i thought minors couldn't sign contracts

    • @Ania-cd2sh
      @Ania-cd2sh 2 года назад +7

      Legally they can’t but in Scientology universe they think or make the kids believe they can and that they can enforce it 🙄

  • @bradjohnson4787
    @bradjohnson4787 2 года назад

    Abuse of anyone is wrong and should be unlawful!

  • @KARINCLANE
    @KARINCLANE 2 года назад +49

    I honestly thought Scientology still had the power that they used to have. The kind that could ruin the lives and careers of those who spoke up against Scientology. Just their methods in nearly all aspects are disturbing, in the least. There’s a reason they are so against any type of psychology. It’s because that is the main key to be able to escape it and recover from Scientology. I wish the absolute best for those members who are woke and desperate to escape.

    • @3xceIIent
      @3xceIIent 2 года назад +4

      While they won't sue you I imagine they could make your life difficult in other ways. I have no proof of that or examples, but anyone with money can make your life difficult if they try.
      edit: I hadn't made it to the part in the video he also says this when I made my comment.

  • @mroctober3657
    @mroctober3657 2 года назад +1

    Her escape was A-A-mazing.

  • @ZippoVarga
    @ZippoVarga 2 года назад +3

    All it will take is a single individual to Sue and NOT Accept ANY Settlement offer and insist on the case going before a Jury to begin the dissection process of this Cult. One person who can't be bought. One person who is above all, not driven by money, but who is driven by a moral justice that demands it be served. Zip~

  • @rebeccav7555
    @rebeccav7555 2 года назад +19

    This was REALLY interesting! If Scientology can’t/won’t sue people, that’s a game changer!!! Hunker down and stay safe! We’ll catch up with you after the storm!

  • @arielinacamacho5456
    @arielinacamacho5456 2 года назад +1

    Hay man please stay safe during the storm!

  • @upmayo9741
    @upmayo9741 2 года назад +5

    Keep on bringing it Aaron!

  • @KatriceMetaluna
    @KatriceMetaluna 2 года назад +1

    Scientology needs to go away forever, 100 years ago.

  • @BrandyD1777
    @BrandyD1777 2 года назад +77

    Aaron, I am just some miles from you. Stay safe with family in this unsure time of Hurricane Ian, something we can't control the damage that may occur in the peninsula within a peninsula that we live in. Thank you for still going live and showcasing that this Hurricane Scientology can & will be brought down. Applaud to you, your channel, the Aftermath Foundation, Mike, Leah, Debbie, and many many many more that have dedicated their time to shut it down. Stay safe my friend 💫

    • @astralclub5964
      @astralclub5964 2 года назад +7

      Don’t worry! They’ll get some OT8’s on the roof of Flag and they’ll use their magic powers to steer the hurricane away from Clearwater!

    • @vickilssrb4405
      @vickilssrb4405 2 года назад +1

      @@astralclub5964 LOL!! 😂

    • @scottbrown7071
      @scottbrown7071 2 года назад +3

      Yes, please stay safe, Aaron!!

  • @GaryCameron780
    @GaryCameron780 2 года назад +1

    It is so very nice to see Scientology getting slapped around

  • @bethkelly9206
    @bethkelly9206 2 года назад +29

    This one is so true, being forced to sign something under duress is so scarring. This still makes anxiety come alive from an experience I had over 35 years ago.

  • @aliegan2109
    @aliegan2109 2 года назад +5

    I’m praying for your safety during this time! I hope you stay safe

  • @roberttalbot1658
    @roberttalbot1658 2 года назад +7

    Im not sure if it's been verified as true, but supposedly Charles Manson once said that Scientology was to crazy. Let that thought percolate !! 🙀

  • @kenziepennington3914
    @kenziepennington3914 Год назад +1

    I worked for a scientology ran rehab center. Took me a while to figure out what it was.. I was clueless about scientology. I lost my mind working for that center. After I left I had nightmares about that place. Did more research on scientology when I left. My friend lived not far from the HQ in Hemet CA. We backed into their drive trying to get a closer look and a guy came at us with a gun. Wild times.

  • @LambentLark
    @LambentLark 2 года назад +4

    I checked out Scientology along with a bunch of other religions in my late teens early 20's. Even before I had accumulated so many life experiences, my BS detector was going off like a car alarm in a bad neighborhood. Anyone that demands you pay them money for salvation, is running a scam.

  • @Davemak4944
    @Davemak4944 2 года назад +2

    Be safe during the hurricane!

  • @jenniferaddison3829
    @jenniferaddison3829 2 года назад +11

    Hope you, ur friends and loved ones stay safe from Ian! Maybe it’ll take out ONLY the Slimentology buildings that are hopefully empty.

  • @tracyhobart225
    @tracyhobart225 2 года назад +2

    Hoping you and your loved ones stay safe.

  • @Kknightstar
    @Kknightstar 2 года назад +3

    What a nightmare! But the judges sign is giving me the levity needed today.

  • @davidhill5582
    @davidhill5582 Год назад

    I hope all these people can escape and be free!

  • @JaymeSplendid
    @JaymeSplendid 2 года назад +13

    I wish there would be some type of lawsuit or criminal investigation where Shelly Miscavige gets a subpoena in order to testify in front of the court. I think this would the first domino to fall, a beginning of the great opening of Pandora's Box that is needed to fully destroy David's hold on Scientology.
    Full panic mode is sure to ensue and we all know she is either gone, or has been held against her will for 15 years.

    • @natlegend
      @natlegend 2 года назад

      Shelly is loooooong dead.

  • @etcetera1995
    @etcetera1995 2 года назад +2

    "Why didn't you take off from the hole?" Okay I know every detail has to be explained by a witness, but *you would assume the fact that she already said the structure had only one entrance that was constantly guarded was enough???*

  • @garywatson
    @garywatson 2 года назад +5

    Hi A-A Ron, why is the Flag base in Clearwater attracting hurricane Ian? Is the hurricane trying to save all the thetans trapped there?

  • @margo_gogo
    @margo_gogo 2 года назад +4

    Hope you and your family are safe! Much love.

  • @BrowneyedGirlmjd
    @BrowneyedGirlmjd 2 года назад +35

    Aaron thank you for continuing to keep us up-to-date on this scary scary issue. Prayers that you and your family will be safe from the hurricane. I am in central Canada but I am watching what are Maritimes in Canada are going through with the remnants of Hurricane Fiona.

  • @terryt643
    @terryt643 2 года назад

    You said it all when you said people ESCAPING scientology 100 % a cult

  • @GrannyMonster
    @GrannyMonster 2 года назад +34

    I've been binge watching but first time leaving a comment, thank you for your humor and Umm being who you are, trust me, we need these videos.

  • @lesliewells1062
    @lesliewells1062 2 года назад +10

    Stayvsafe, Aaron!! I'm on the west coast of Florida too. This video makes me so happy that Scientology is no longer able to use the legal system to harass people and make their lives miserable and try to bankrupt them. Yay!!!

  • @carolinelvsewe
    @carolinelvsewe 2 года назад +11

    Please up date us that you’re ok, Aaron!

  • @japanisch508
    @japanisch508 2 года назад

    Sweet girl in the end. It is all about making the world better and safer for our children.... I am convinced, that with time everybody will get justice.

  • @LisaGayleDE
    @LisaGayleDE 2 года назад +7

    Just finished Season 2 of Aftermath, so proud of EVERYONE that was part of the show. I am in awe of them.

  • @JohnDahleAL
    @JohnDahleAL 2 года назад +1

    This is why we need to just basically outlaw at the federal level any NDAs that cover up crimes or abuse.

  • @dennismason3740
    @dennismason3740 2 года назад +53

    Debbie has been through it. I have lived in the proximity of monstrous human beings for 30 years (don't ever be poor in L.A.) and she looks and sounds like I feel. I extend my heart to that woman.

    • @annemurphy8074
      @annemurphy8074 2 года назад +7

      I hope you can be safe enough. It's awful being around such toxic people. It's like being with rabid dogs.

    • @janetshew5028
      @janetshew5028 2 года назад +6

      Held hostage in a neighborhood by gangs ? I loved in LA and saw it happen to others. Bangers sitting on their doorstep so they couldn’t go out and tend to their business, etc. Restaurants hiring mercenaries to protect their business 24/7 rather than pay the gangs for “protection” money. I used to wonder how many tacos you had to sell to pay your mercenaries and make a profit ? I hope you find a more peaceful place to live life sister. California’s wonderful if you have a lot of cash, but the rest of the countries really not so bad if you don’t.

    • @dennismason3740
      @dennismason3740 2 года назад +1

      @@annemurphy8074 - still, no better challenge for a spiritual warrior than a bunch of petty tyrants. That's what they tell me. Shudda cudda wudda walked away...hey hey hey.

    • @dennismason3740
      @dennismason3740 2 года назад

      @@janetshew5028 - sounds more like Compton '88. I live in a virtual hub of active realities coalescing in...unpredictable ways. Death is always the featured guest at poolside in Beverly Hills, as well. Some of the living dead look quite acceptable wrapped in two tons of steel and glass and copper and silicon. Gangs possess a unique language. Oddly enough 99.999% of the time they want: honesty and respect. That's it. Crack dealers are another animal than kids hanging out. Most gangs respect total impoverishment, as well, if you respect yourself. I started in Inglewood, 1953 - 1959.

    • @DarthVader1977
      @DarthVader1977 2 года назад

      Colin Flaherty's videos.

  • @TesserId
    @TesserId 2 года назад +2

    Time for a movie. Guess who won't be staring in it?

    • @nenmaster5218
      @nenmaster5218 2 года назад

      Left or Right, whoever you are, the List of Gerrymandering and Voting-Fraud that the Republicans and the Supreme-Court do get one Video-Essay after another, so why not watch? 'Some More News' has a lot on it all. Debunk him if you think he's wrong and you have Proof or agree with him and share.

  • @PJWorthy
    @PJWorthy 2 года назад +7

    I used to love Tom Cruise. SHAME ON TOM CRUISE-HE COULD HAVE BROUGHT SCIENTOLOGY TO ITS KNEES. HE IS AS GUILTY AS DAVID M!

    • @skaetur1
      @skaetur1 2 года назад

      Guilty of what? Religious idiots are going to give away their lives of their own free will… right?

  • @musicluvrlaurie6827
    @musicluvrlaurie6827 Год назад

    That was super interesting! Praying you stay safe from the bad weather, Aaron!

  • @mitchpilchuk7916
    @mitchpilchuk7916 2 года назад +3

    Debbie Cooks story is horrific. Thank you for sharing it.

    • @listrahtes
      @listrahtes 2 года назад

      And hers is a story of a celebrity inside Scientology,. Think of all the serious crimes commited inside scientology were victims were forbidden to report and even had to suffer being blamed for things like rape, serious physical harm...etc. horrific like you wrote

  • @starthomasYoung
    @starthomasYoung 2 года назад +2

    Be safe! Prayers and good thought

  • @sabrinagana
    @sabrinagana 2 года назад +12

    Wow. What a brave lady. Debbie Cook. 💜 You’re testimony was very amazing.

  • @jlakatos524
    @jlakatos524 2 года назад

    Having had the unfortunate misfortune of working for a scientologist company in the 1980's, i know first hand just how utterly deplorable these people are!

  • @dorklyasmr6017
    @dorklyasmr6017 2 года назад +20

    Man, Aaron's vids are among the only youtube vids I watch from start to finish; not just because of the awesome content; but I laugh at the Keegan Michael Key "A - Aron" bit EVERY GOD DAMN TIME and also love the adorable kid playing the guitar at the end. Keep up the great work A-Aron!

  • @onewarpedangel8335
    @onewarpedangel8335 2 года назад +2

    Stay safe!! All of Florida will be in my thoughts!!

  • @dennismason3740
    @dennismason3740 2 года назад +4

    Lots of activity at the Hubbard Exhibition building on Hollywood Boulevard in the last few weeks like I haven't seen for a quarter century. The other night I sang "I'm Clear" very loudly as I walked by the building - it was not well received (usually the response is simple curiosity or a smile from the Scientologists). I'd ask "hey folk, what's goin' on?" of them but I don't think they'd comply.

  • @mikeshoults4155
    @mikeshoults4155 2 года назад +1

    Never settle.
    Settling just hurts other victims.

  • @Cowboysfan40
    @Cowboysfan40 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for the update Aaron. Stay safe !🙏🙏

  • @sheilavidrine1750
    @sheilavidrine1750 Год назад

    I do not understand how people think this is normal or okay? Why would anyone be there? What have they done for you?

  • @AbsolutelyNot86
    @AbsolutelyNot86 2 года назад +30

    Music to all of our ears. SO much hoping that the ruling is in their favor, that the documents were signed under extreme duress. Your signature is meaningless if your consent has been removed. They were in no position to give their consent. It was all stripped away by the physical and psychological torture they endured. It's about time that the courts see it just that way.
    Also, I am hoping that all of you guys in Clearwater and surrounding areas don’t get hurt by this incoming storm. Stay safe!
    Last but not least: I am counting down the minutes until Mike’s book is delivered to my Kindle! I can't wait to devour the entire book. Now we just need to get Marc Headley to drop that second book and soon!

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  2 года назад +5

      Thank you so much and thank you for watching and commenting

    • @marthasimons7940
      @marthasimons7940 2 года назад +2

      @@GrowingUpInScientology A-Aron, stay safe. This Ian has turned a bit and is coming straight for where I am. I will look forward to watching your next video while cleaning up the hurricane damage.

    • @fisherking7798
      @fisherking7798 2 года назад +1

      An NDA can never be used to cover up crimes

    • @AbsolutelyNot86
      @AbsolutelyNot86 2 года назад

      @@fisherking7798 And that too! Forgot to say that! Thank you for adding a very important point!

    • @fisherking7798
      @fisherking7798 2 года назад +1

      @@AbsolutelyNot86 you're welcome and nice to get such a courteous response, a rare trait in these comments

  • @asherrubinford21
    @asherrubinford21 Год назад

    of all the horrible things I've heard about Scientology, hearing this woman's testimony is by far the most damning. Who are these guards who are locking up hundreds of senior members? Do they not see what they are doing is wrong, and illegal?

  • @justbnice3093
    @justbnice3093 2 года назад +3

    I hope this is the smell of sulfur just before the whole house goes up in fire.

  • @cyclemadness
    @cyclemadness 2 года назад +1

    A minor can't sign a document on their behalf anyway. "And the truth shall set you free!"

  • @kelhapam
    @kelhapam 2 года назад +7

    I really think it would be fitting punishment for Miscavige (sp) to share a jail cell with Warren Jeffs. It would be pay-for-view TV.

  • @deejayk5939
    @deejayk5939 2 года назад

    Why would anyone go thru this? What horrible experiences she related!

  • @Lunchladydoyle
    @Lunchladydoyle 2 года назад +9

    Come on guys feed the algorithm give A-aaron a like 👍🏼

  • @src4409
    @src4409 2 года назад +1

    That's what doesn't make any sense to me... you can't sign away your rights... especially if a crime was committed.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  2 года назад

      They are “allowed” to testify in criminal trails if subpoenaed because they have no choice. But they are not allowed to offer to do so.

  • @amygreene259
    @amygreene259 2 года назад +3

    Stay safe Aaron!

  • @kimmaston3353
    @kimmaston3353 2 года назад +1

    Stay safe from the east coast of Florida🙏

  • @joshcantrell8397
    @joshcantrell8397 2 года назад +6

    Glad to see your channel growing!

  • @aussieness
    @aussieness 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for explaining. I wish everyone that's got a story to tell could write a book. I just watched The Vow & hope one day that there's an investigation on what this man is doing & is charged. Locking people up in The Hole is criminal so I don't get why there's no charges. Hope you're all safe in Florida. Hi from Australia 🇦🇺🐨🦘

  • @HistorysRaven
    @HistorysRaven 2 года назад +3

    "Why do people stay in cults when they're abusive?"
    You want the answer? Ask every domestic abuse survivor who stayed with their partner for year after year. Ask every adult who survive child abuse, be it psychological, emotional, or physical, and then dared speak out against it when they were older.

  • @charlesjames1442
    @charlesjames1442 2 года назад

    Preying on vulnerabilities is at the center of every con job.

  • @ireneforan3983
    @ireneforan3983 2 года назад +7

    Loving this approach! Pushing all the right buttons while smiling and educating everyone at the same time. Go A Aron!!

  • @AhimsaWitch
    @AhimsaWitch 2 года назад +2

    Hope you and your family stay safe during the upcoming storm