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2010 JUNE 12 – 18

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Asterisk indicates an amazing event or phenomenon.
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Maryland: A woman is arrested for using her cell phone to record a sheriff talking to people on the street. Police say this could be a felony offense of unlawful interception of communication, which carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. SoMDNews.com 2010 Jun 16 (Cached)

Antibacterial soap contains chemicals that add to the risk of reproductive and development abnormalities and also cancer. When washed down the drain, water treatment plants cannot entirely remove them. After exposure to sunlight in the treatment ponds, they are converted into dioxins, and these killers are returned to the drinking-water supply. Natural News 2010 Jun 16 (Cached)
 
US: Activist with We Are Change is arrested inside a courtroom because the judge did not like his facial expressions showing disapproval of the proceedings. Witnesses say that, when it became clear there was no law against facial expressions, police then claimed he threatened them with assassination. On that basis, he was charged with terrorism.
We Are Change 2010 Jun 15 (Cached)
 
Study shows that high levels of vitamin B6 and the amino acid methionine are associated with a 50% reduction of lung cancer – but researchers are reluctant to say that taking these vitamins as supplements would make a difference. [Of course not. Their primary funding comes from the pharmaceutical industry that wants people looking to drugs, not vitamins, for health.] BBC News 2010 Jun 15 (Cached)
 
US: Military and police want the federal government to open the skies to unmanned "drone" aircraft because they have been effectively used in combat zones. [So why do they want them in the US? Figure it out.] Fox News 2010 Jun 14 (Cached)
 
NASA: Now that global cooling is well established and widely acknowledged as caused by low solar-flare activity, government employed scientists are trying to keep up the climate-change hysteria by predicting a devastating rise in solar activity in the year 2013. They say a 'huge space storm' will cause widespread power blackouts and knock out critical communication signals for long periods of time. [Skepticism is advised.] Telegraph 2010 Jun 14 (Cached)
 

  
China: Live baby treated as 'medical waste'. One more shocking example of the government's one-child policy resulting in infanticide, forced abortions, forced sterilization, and a high female suicide rate.  Epoch Times 2010 Jun 14 (Cached)

Americans fret about airport scanners, power lines, cell phones and microwaves – and for good reason. They receive more radiation than in any other nation. But the highest levels do not come from those sources. They come from medical tests. The average exposure has grown six-fold over the last two decades, and this has been directly linked to an increase in cancer. Yahoo 2010 Jun 14 (Cached)

US discovers vast deposits of gold, iron, copper and lithium in Afghanistan worth $1 trillion. A power struggle is expected between the US, Afghanistan, China, and Russia for control of this natural treasure. Daily Mail 2010 Jun 14 (Cached)
 
US: Supreme Court: Innocent civilian who was imprisoned and tortured by the U.S. government for 10 months is denied any compensation or even acknowledgement of wrong-doing by his captors. [This establishes the right of the Executive Branch to abduct and torture anyone with complete impunity and immunity.] Salon 201 Jun 14 (Cached)
 
Obama asks Congress to approve an additional $50 billion to bail out cities and states. [Cutting spending or reducing government is not considered. City and state debt will be transferred to federal level and added to already fatal-dose national debt. Bailed-out states and cities will become even more subservient to their federal masters.] Washington Post 2010 Jun 13 (Cached)
 
Ireland: Documents reveal that, in 2006, the central bank deliberately withheld from the public its own forecast that the country was headed into a property market crash. [We will never know, but it is likely that every central bank in the world did the same thing.] Independent 2010 Jun 13 (Cached)
 
New Orleans: BP security team at oil cleanup site blocks TV station from interviewing workers. Two days previously, the CEO of BP announced that information is not being withheld, and workers are free to talk to the media. [Question: What does BP want to hide?] YouTube 2010 Jun 12 (Cached)
 
Obama issues an executive order [royal decree not authorized by Congress] mandating "lifestyle behavior modification." This will include rules against smoking and standards for diet, exercise, working conditions, and social and political attitudes. A council has been created to monitor private behavior and force citizens to comply with the rules. [Don't worry. You can trust this council to be wise and benevolent. One of the appointees is Bill Ayers, leader of the 1960′s domestic terrorist group ”Weathermen” “responsible for 30 bombings. Are you ready to get involved yet?] Nanny State Liberation Front 2010 Jun 12 (Cached)
 
Japan's new Prime Minister warns that his country may default and says: "We are the next Greece." Business Insider Posted 2010 Jun 12 (Cached)
 


UN announces a new agency to "monitor global destruction of the natural world." The idea is identical to the IPPC, which seeks to regulate human activity allegedly to fight global warming. [Now they will play upon legitimate concern over natural habitat as an excuse for even more laws, taxes, and land grabs. Collectivists use any excuse, real or imagined, to acquire control over all mankind.] Guardian Posted 2010 Jun 12 (Cached)
 
Amazing disclosure to the Oregon legislature that there are billions of dollars available for funding beyond what is shown in the official budget. This is derived from a massive investment pool held by the state and is concealed from the public by administrators while calling for more taxes.  
YouTube 2009 May 26 (Cached)
Here is a document from the Oregon Republican Party that says the state has a $3.3 billion fund not shown in the budget. [Although this news was released months ago, this situation continues to exist in most states, counties, and cities.]
Oregon Repub Party Posted 2010 Jan 12 (Cached)
 
Internationally recognized expert in oil and gas says Gulf oil gusher is further evidence that the "peak-oil" theory (of dwindling reserves of oil) is wrong and that the earth has an almost unlimited supply coming from lower depths all the time.  He says Obama and BP do not want to stop the flow because the disaster suits their political and commercial purposes. FW Engdahl Posted 2010 Jun 12 (Cached)
 
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is pursued by the Pentagon because they believe he has damning documents revealing lies and misinformation to the American people. The official explanation is that he is a threat to national security, the standard excuse for unconstitutional actions.
YouTube Posted 2010 June 12 (Cached)
 
Retired Major General Paul Vallely calls for Obama's resignation and a special election to replace him. He charges Obama with deceit, fraud, dishonesty, violation of oath of office, and ineligibility due to not being a natural-born citizen. WND Posted 2010 Jun 12 (Cached)
 
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                  ANALYSIS
Reports and commentaries that look beyond the news to identify historical facts and trends that must be understood to place the news into perspective. This is our "think-tank" section that makes it possible to anticipate future events.

BP Oil and the Political Agenda, an excellent summary of the issues and facts NOT covered by mainstream media. Of particular interest are several short videos, including one on a cheap, fast, non-toxic, and proven method of cleaning up the oil but which is ignored by BP and the federal government. [It is clear from these facts that those in charge do not want to solve the problem but seek an agenda that benefits from the catastrophe itself.]
MorphCity.com 2010 Jun 18 (Cached)
 
Jury nullification is the right of juries to refuse to convict a defendant, even if guilty, if the jurors think the law is unjust. This is a Constitutional way to override tyrannical laws and corrupt courts. The Fully Informed Jury Association has a Juror's Handbook that can be downloaded and shared. FIJA.org Posted 2010 Jun 17 (Cached)
 
Slide presentation shows parallels between the decline and fall of Argentina and the United States (and also the entire Western world). If you are wondering what lies ahead, just look at the past. [PowerPoint-compatible program needed. If you are asked to convert, click OK. After it opens, you may need to select Slide Show from the top menu to "start from beginning."] 2010 June 16
 
Here is an alarming scenario for the Gulf oil spill. Frankly, we are skeptical, but we think you have a right to be aware of it so you can make up your own mind. If it is accurate, it will impact every one of us in a way we will not like. Rense 2010 June 2 (Cached)
Here is an audio report on the same scenario. YouTube 2010 June 15

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WHAT ABOUT BANKS RUN BY THE STATES?
2010 Jun 18 from Mary Ficalora
Dear G. Edward Griffin;
I've lately become aware of, Web of Debt, author Ellen H. Brown's idea to start a State bank, using CAFRS. When you get a chance, please look over her blog post on this subject. I would very much like to know your opinion on the idea.

GEG'S REPLY:
Brief answer: Releasing CAFR funds instead of raising taxes is a good idea, but I don’t think running a bank is the proper function of government. I don’t trust politicians any more than bankers. My view is that banks should be privately owned and operated BUT not protected by government AND totally required to keep their contracts with depositors. Those who defraud should go to prison, not become Secretary of the Treasury.

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LINSEY WILLIAMS BEING USED FOR DISINFO?
2010 Jun 18 from Lee Bracker
I have a theory that should be considered after listening to Alex Jones interview with Lindsey Williams June 10 on prisonplanet.com: I have a feeling that Lindsey Williams has been duped to disseminate propaganda and dump it on the masses through Alex's show. Alex has the highest volume of listeners and are now mostly believing everything and all the guests. While Lindsey is not being paid by FEMA, he is most likely been "their" perfect choice with 30 years of conditioning/grooming, just like Oprah Winfrey who is the elites star influence to millions over decades for the one world religion. The entire interview showed alarmist attitude without any cross referencing or communication with explosive experts. It is reminiscent of how Dick Cheney, Condalisa Rice, Colin Powell and the rest sold us on the Iraq war using Adobe Illustrator diagrams of weapons of mass destruction. The pictures were hypothetical anyway, but once they got their way, the occupation and the problems that developed over the years became irreversible from those tiny little theoretical computer generated images of semi-trucks, etc.

Lindsey is conveying a similar "alarmist" message given to him by a former BP VP, a "mister X". This message is just as "sketchy". If the information Lindsey Williams delivers through this Mr. X, and that it is truly detrimental to the Elites wishes to protect British Petroleum thereby thwarting their plan, he would be eliminated. The list of CEO's and VP's of British Petroleum is a short list, so this guy is hiding his identity? Why doesn't Lindsey air a taped phone call that audibly disquises the voice just so we know there's a "Mr. X". If Mr. X's wish to stay anonymous for reasons he'll continue feeding Lindsey insider news, then I'm skeptical as to the real intent because all British Petroleum needs is mass approval to detonate a nuclear device... and Alex and Lindsey will air until that is accomplished. Then there's no need to do radio shows once that is done. In other words, it should only take one show to be so very convincing that the need for weekly updates are unnecessary. I smell a fish when I don't hear any other version of the story. Is he really pretending to divulge secrets for fear of being terminated? This certainly raises questions... the logic simply doesn't work. Therefore, I believe it to be a serious "plant" so that they can do:

• Imprint to our minds that a nuclear device is the only way to solve the problem
• While doing so, further empower Lindsey with a trust factor by the listening viewer.
• Keep Alex spinning in circles by gaining his confidence while gaining ours.

Lindsey is nothing more than a religious leader. He leads the congregation. He also is so prolific of a speaker on this issue of World governance that he's already doing their job which is why he was selected to participate in staging the fear. I suspect Alex has been duped too. That whole interview was alarmist. No mention was made to the connections that needed to be made. If one listens to that interview carefully, it's apparent that only one aspect was conveyed.... that was to sell the public on the idea of using a nuclear device using mind control techniques often cited by Alex himself... frighten the public to gain trust. I've said quite enough.. I hope someone proves this wrong.

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READER RESPONDS TO CRITICISM OF OUR WEB SITE
2010 June 11 from Dusty Foster, Colorado
Mr. Griffin,
Just my 2 cents to say that I like the layout of your website very much. I know that I will get a variety of topics to chose from on a single page. I learn something important every time I spend time with your newsletters. I appreciate your non-apologetic responses to those who are still offended by what they have been told are conspiracy "theories". Don't they see your PC logo with a slash through it as they enter the Reality Zone? Aren't they responsible for realizing they are about to read and see things not acceptable to view by the government-controlled media?

When I run up against anyone who criticizes my topics or approach, I use the 3 simple words, "Prove me wrong". That usually takes care of it because they are not attacking my facts, they simply don't like the opening of the subject itself. Truth-seekers actually WANT someone to prove them wrong. Who wants to know that we are being sprayed with chemicals? Or destroying children's lives with vaccines that fry their brains? Or losing jobs because of the hoax called Climate Change? Or being robbed blind by global bankers who create ponzi schemes to steal from people all over the world?

I only WISH people who call them theories would prove them wrong! Then we could all go back to believing that the American dream we had as idealistic young people could still come true.

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WHY NO COMMENT ON THE FREEDOM FLOTILLA?
2010 June 11 from László
Dear Ed!
In your last newsletter I saw only one article about the Freedom Flotilla, but with no comments from you, although you often comment on other articles. Also, I've never seen or read anything coming from you about Palestine & Israel. Are you avoiding the subject?

So I think, you should really take a stand. I'm sure, many people would like to know, where you stand on both the current Freedom Flotilla issue and the legitimacy of Israel/Palestine in history and today. Are you just afraid to offend certain fans of yours? Well, you do take a stand on other issues and anytime one does take a side, a split is unavoidable, but it's worth it, as opposed to leaving us guessing, whose side you're on. Sorry, but the Freedom Flotilla issue is just too important, so I had to ask.

GEG'S REPLY:
Hello László.
It is true that I have been hesitant to comment on the Israel-Palestine conflict because I do not feel confident of the accuracy of the news stories coming from that part of the world. Champions of both sides are not reluctant to spin the news to their advantage. That is not to say that I endorse Israel’s occupation of Gaza or its tactics against the Palestinians, because I definitely do not. It is easy to see through the ruse of supposedly “defending the homeland against a brutal enemy” as a propaganda ploy to gain world support for what basically is an aggressive war (while encouraging or possibly even sponsoring false-flag attacks against itself to prove the point), but that does not mean I am willing to accept at face value every news story of crimes committed by Israel – or by the Palestinians, either. As the documented facts are revealed, we will report them, regardless of what they reveal.

Your question about which side I am on reminds me of George Bush’s famous challenge. According to him, we either are for terrorists or against them, and to be against them meant to uncritically and unhesitatingly support his administration. I will not allow myself to be placed in that position regarding the sad conflict between Israel and Palestine. Thank you for writing.

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SANITY BEING RESTORED IN THE UK?
2010 June 11 from Lucinda
I am writing due to "The Daily Star" article [about fines for not recycling garbage]. I'm sure "The Daily Star" would not consider itself in the quality news business, to put it nicely. There have been some really absurd councils, but as far as I am aware the trend is to more rational treatment of citizens on this issue, with a move to reward those who recycle by the weight of what they recycle. This has the effect of rewarding those (often retired people) who take it upon themselves to rid verges and streets of cans, bottles, and other rubbish.

At the moment, and I am watching closely, the movement of our new coalition government has been to roll back the power of the state, with more decisions taken at the local level, the abolition and complete shelving of the ID card (hurrah!) and likewise the HIB pack, a pack costing thousands that people were required to have to sell their houses, which was of little value. And these amongst other civil liberty issues. Yes I know we have the overarching problem of the Brussels oligarchical bureaucracy, but it is good - and energizing - to rejoice over the battles that are won in the course of the greater war.

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IS REALITY ZONE A CONSPIRACY THEORISTS WONDERLAND?
2010 June 6 from Ken
I appreciate the effort you have put in to the documentary on chemtrails. It looks like something might actually be accomplished with some funding and the right political pressure. Whether the spraying is for the gmo food source or anti-radar as some proclaim, it must be stopped---but it will not be stopped if you do not separate this item from your web site. My first impression of the site is that it is unprofessional and will scare away anyone with an interest due to the content of the site which looks a conspiracy theorists wonderland. This is a serious matter which you are approaching and it needs its own site worthy of the gravity of the matter. You will be attracting mainstream ordinary folks who have not heard of this and have an interest in learning.

This has been on my plate for over ten years--a concern of utmost importance. I will help anyway I can but please----build the website for this matter only and do it now before this video gets too far out there and you are deemed another wacko site, which by the way it looks like.

What you are attempting to do will have to be a multi million dollar effort in order to make the dent necessary to bring this totally mainstream. You will need contingency's in every city across America. It looks like you are moving in the right direction but obviously need the funding and some professional advice.

GEG'S REPLY:
Hello Ken.
Thank you for writing regarding our forthcoming documentary on chemtrails. I am gratified by the incredibly strong response we have received so far, and it continues to grow; so we know we hit the bulls eye with this one.

I would like to respond to your suggestion to separate this project from our Reality Zone web site because people might be turned off who look at our other themes and conclude that we are a “conspiracy theorists wonderland.” After thinking about that, I have concluded that, actually, it is the other way around. Considering how little public awareness there is of chemtrails and how great the awareness recently has become of almost all of the other issues featured on our web site, it seems to me that the chemtrail issue is more apt to be a problem for those still dwelling in the Twilight Zone. But the analysis runs deeper than that.

I am amazed at the continuing use of the phrase conspiracy theory as though such a designation is the definitive taboo. Admittedly, there still are many who have been programmed to have a knee-jerk reaction to that phrase, but the number is getting smaller every day as real-world events unfold revealing that yesterdays conspiracy theory has become today’s conspiracy fact. Conspiracies in the news today are the norm; but, of course, they always have been.

In any event, we do not put conspiracy theories on or web site. We only have conspiracy history. Most of our materials have little to do with conspiracies at all; but where they do, everything is backed by documented facts most of which come from the writings and recorded statements of the conspirators themselves.

When all the facts eventually are revealed about chemtrails, it will be obvious to all that we are dealing with a conspiracy of gigantic proportions, and we must not shy away from the controversy that inevitably will result from that exposé. The forces being exposed are powerful and will attack us from all quarters, particularly mainstream media, and there is no way we can avoid being targeted, no matter what we do.

I am proud of everything featured on the Reality Zone and Freedom Force web sites. I cannot imagine trying to distance myself from any of it in hopes of avoiding controversy or to cater to those still living in the Twilight Zone who might be shocked by confronting pure truth. As a practical matter, even if we were to get their initial support by softening the message, the first time the media attacks us by calling us names a lot worse that conspiracy theorist, they would abandon us anyway. Battles cannot be won with soldiers who are not prepared for confrontation.

When it comes to the documentary itself, I agree that we must make every effort to appeal to those still lost in the Twilight Zone. We must not back up the truck and dump the whole load at once. There is no better way to scare away the uninformed than to present too much information on too many topics in too short a time. We intend to stay on topic and present the evidence for our case in a logical and compelling way so that viewers can come to their own conclusions following the same trail of discovery that we, ourselves, have traveled. However, we are not yet at that point. The purpose of my initial communication was not to convince anyone that chemtrails are real or to explain who is creating them. It was to generate research support and funding. Therefore, it was aimed at people like you who already live in the Reality Zone, people who already know that we are on to an important story that must be told. Judging from our response, that was a correct strategy.

Thanks again for your help with this project. We will do our best to make you proud of being a part of it.

KEN RESPONDS:
Ed,
Thanks for responding to my email.. Perhaps I was a little harsh on my judgment of your website. After taking a closer look I realized what you were delivering was in fact good info on your subject matter. My apologies for that. I just wanted to see a better designed website primarily because of the passion I have for this project of yours. You are the only one that I know of that is pulling all info and making an intelligent effort to bring this out in front.

I am pleased with your passion--I also wanted to know if there was anything you had in mind after the documentary was released. I just did not want to see your documentary wind up on the shelf after people view it and all agree that it was a great effort but now what. It will cause the initial stir we need to get this on the map---but the follow-up is so important--to think it through beyond the documentary. That is my only concern. I guess we will take it step by step and see what happens--I wish you great success and good luck--I will support you with whatever I can do. Thanks for writing such a thoughtful letter

GEG RESPONDS:
Thank you, Ken. I am greatly relieved to know that we are on the same page. I would like to see a grass-roots organization or coalition spring up to convert the momentum of the film into political pressure, but we do not have the resources yet to do that ourselves. However, we certainly will encourage others to take the lead in that. Thanks again for your support.

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