Media Watch
October 15, 2018
Disney Is Supporting Religious Discrimination
Given the history of the Disney Company, it’s my guess that the prejudice against my church stems more from being misinformed than from actual malice. READ MORE
Letters to the Editor and Responses to Issues in the News
Media Watch
October 15, 2018
Given the history of the Disney Company, it’s my guess that the prejudice against my church stems more from being misinformed than from actual malice. READ MORE
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Daily Star (UK), October 6, 2018
Certain members of the media remain behind the times, unable to absorb factual information. Maybe one day that will all change, but the message you transmit is that you do not know your facts and repeat others’ bigotry. READ MORE
Media Watch
August 21, 2018
I would hope you’d consider keeping the company of cooler heads and not placing your product where no good outcome is possible. READ MORE
Media Watch
August 21, 2018
Are you aware that another A&E advertiser, Georgia-Pacific, recently chose to sever its association with the show “Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath?” They stated they are adding that show to their “do not air”... READ MORE
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Houston Press, August 15, 2018
In this time of intolerance, misunderstanding, hate and vengeful invective against people and religions, no one needs to add to it. Rather, we all need to find and explore points of agreement and so achieve greater understanding. READ MORE
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Decider.com, August 15, 2018
This is Remini’s “aftermath”—harm, destruction, prison sentences, broken families and bullied children. These are her gifts. READ MORE
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IndieWire, August 7, 2018
While of course each writer is entitled to their own view as to movies, people, circumstances and so on, what most stood out in their article were the gratuitous attacks on a religion of which they know nothing other than... READ MORE
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July 31, 2018
Watching the show for the first time, my reaction was utter disgust… like what I imagine a Jew might feel after stumbling upon an Internet hate group’s claims of Jews eating babies. Yes, I see the show as that absurd and... READ MORE
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thedailybanter.com, July 10, 2018
Realize that you have a responsibility to society. Casting disparagement and making derogatory comments about a religion of which you know nothing relegates your writing to religious discrimination. READ MORE
Media Watch
July 5, 2018
As an advertiser, you can make a difference. Please do not continue to support, sponsor or credit A&E's Remini program as anything more than what it is: hate speech. READ MORE
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Soapboxie, June 23, 2018
While I appreciate that in this modern day and age where common and decent values appear almost lost, these may seem alien to you, but let me assure you, they are not to the majority of peoples of this world. READ MORE
Media Watch
June 5, 2018
I implore you to not support religious intolerance with your advertising dollars. Not only is the show dropping in viewership, but I imagine there are more fireworks ahead if Remini expands her horizons and attacks other religions... READ MORE
Media Watch
June 1, 2018
I want to express gratitude for the courage and moral sensitivity you displayed for supporting the cancellation of the Roseanne series following the hateful and bigoted tweet from Ms. Barr. READ MORE
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The Gospel Coalition, May 27, 2018
I read with great dismay the arrogance with which Trevin Wax addressed my religion, Scientology, in his recent piece about C.S. Lewis’s wife Joy Davidman. I think that neither C.S. Lewis nor Ms. Davidman would agree with... READ MORE
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The Hollywood Reporter, March 14, 2018
One would think the trade publication of that industry would take a professional point of view, not a salacious one better suited for tabloid magazines. READ MORE
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The Hollywood Reporter, March 14, 2018
Scheck’s hostile and derogatory “reporting” of what was broadcast during the launch is so far off the mark, it bears no resemblance to what was actually shown. READ MORE
Media Watch
November 9, 2017
The irony of your “article” is that Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination was born out of the desire from Scientologists themselves to stand up to the bigotry and say: “I have a face, I have a name, I am... READ MORE
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Huffington Post, November 6, 2017
The Huffington Post owes me and every other Scientologist an apology for deciding to climb onto the hate-Scientology bandwagon without thoroughly checking out their contributing writer and his sources. READ MORE
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Huffington Post, November 6, 2017
When alarming accusations start to fly in the media, as they do more and more these days, do the right thing and scrutinize the accuser, not only the accused. If we do that the truth becomes blindingly clear; his accusers... READ MORE
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Huffington Post, November 6, 2017
Today’s world of media-incited religious hatred is wrong. The only product of your article is to spread bigotry against Scientology. And if the press popularizes bigotry against one religion, whose faith is next? READ MORE
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Huffington Post, November 6, 2017
Tony Ortega is the caliber of researcher best employed by the likes of Ali—someone so utterly devoid of ethics that any claim, false or embellished, will do for his attack-dog writing. READ MORE
Media Watch
October 8, 2017
We need to stop doing anything that contributes to bringing about more hate and violence. Our youth need to be taught more tolerance, cooperation and harmony—NOT bigotry and hate! READ MORE
Media Watch
October 7, 2017
I am a proud member of the Church of Scientology and have been for nearly 40 years, and I refute every statement that Leah Remini has made that attempts to show my church in a bad light. If even a fraction of what she spews... READ MORE
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The Hollywood Reporter, September 28, 2017
And The Hollywood Reporter itself has a history of forwarding hate. In the 1940s and 50s, the publication was part and parcel of fomenting the anti-Communist campaign in Hollywood, where thousands of people were blacklisted... READ MORE
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The Hollywood Reporter, September 27, 2017
Dear Mr. Belloni, Once again, Seth Abramovitch chose to be totally disrespectful and biased in his reporting of Elisabeth Moss’s amazing talents and winning two of television’s most prestigious Emmy awards. READ MORE
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The Hollywood Reporter, September 27, 2017
If his claim were true that dropping the F-bomb is a crucial part of the practice of Scientology, then he’s just swelled the ranks of practicing Scientologists to about 115 million in the U.S. alone. Since the F-bomb is... READ MORE
Media Watch
September 23, 2017
If anything stands out as evidencing THR’s studied bias against members of the Church of Scientology it is Seth Abramovitch’s utterly shameful treatment of Elisabeth Moss (September 22). READ MORE
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Huffington Post, September 18, 2017
Is this what they now teach in journalism school? Throw around a few generalities preceded by libelous adjectives like “brutal” “oppressive” and “cagey” and you’ve got yourself a piece? READ MORE
Media Watch
September 18, 2017
This country has seen, in its history, far too much violence from false information. With such recent events as the Charlottesville tragedy, we can see that bigotry only begets more violence and harm to the people of a nation.... READ MORE
Media Watch
September 18, 2017
There is too much conflict and turmoil incited by people like Leah Remini, and it is time to not only cancel the show, but to air the truth, share the proven technology to help people better themselves and end the hatred she... READ MORE
Media Watch
September 5, 2017
By your endorsement, you condone the many threats of harm to me, my fellow Scientologists and our church properties. I cannot imagine that you would do this to the religions of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism or Buddhism... READ MORE
Media Watch
September 5, 2017
What motivates an ex-Scientologist to spread hate and lies about my religion? She is well paid for the trash that she and others spew. If you actually knew her, you probably wouldn’t invite her into your home or to your... READ MORE
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Tampa Bay Times, September 4, 2017
You consistently go to ex-Scientologists and anti-Scientologists to interview. There is a handful of those, but there are over ten thousand Scientologists in Tampa Bay alone, who are very happy with the Church and who can... READ MORE
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September 3, 2017
Ludicrous and disjointed at best, McManus’s article selectively points out that the Church launched a website criticizing character and motive. Is there some law I should be aware of that prohibits defending against slanderous... READ MORE
Media Watch
August 25, 2017
I understand that you may or may not care about any of this. But if you are a religious or spiritual person at all, or have people of faith in your company, I urge you to ask some hard questions about your continued support... READ MORE
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Celebrityinsider.org, August 23, 2017
Scientology policy, first written in 1964 by its Founder, L. Ron Hubbard, stated: 2. If the disability is curable within the skill of the physical practitioner to require the person be so treated before Scientology counseling... READ MORE
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Hoover, August 23, 2017
In this current climate of political and religious unrest, it is astounding that you would add to the fray with your support of this show, especially since Leah Remini’s allegations are untrue. This is a direct attack on... READ MORE
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New York Post Page 6, August 23, 2017
The religious contempt you expressed in your article headline is such blatant bigotry. Couching it in “One wonders whether the backlash will affect Moss’s chances on Emmy night” outs your actual intent. I am frankly... READ MORE
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Little Caesar Enterprises Inc., August 23, 2017
While I understand your line of business is about reaching as many people as possible to generate income through your ads, I also understand that responsibility for one’s society, care of others’ beliefs, respect and admiration... READ MORE
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Suburban Chicagoland, August 23, 2017
Kirstie Alley, even according to you, is a fine actress and woman of immense courage and integrity who loves life and loves people. Leah Remini on the other hand is a coward without sincerity or integrity… READ MORE
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Amazon, August 23, 2017
I consider Amazon to be a great business enterprise and have many friends who use your products. However, I now see that your company is supporting A&E’s Aftermath hate TV series, and this is far below the standards I would... READ MORE
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Anheuser-Busch, August 22, 2017
Your sponsorship is, wittingly or unwittingly, assisting a blatant attempt to destroy an American religion. Threats of violence have been made against members of my church. There are real consequences and real people involved.... READ MORE
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The Hershey Company, August 22, 2017
I’m profoundly saddened and disgusted that you have chosen to advertise on A&E during Leah Remini’s show that promotes intolerance and bigotry. In light of the recent events occurring in our country, that you would support... READ MORE
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Nissan, August 22, 2017
Leah Remini is a hateful woman, running a campaign against her former religion that advocates religious bigotry. In today’s world, with many people taking drugs in many forms, this incites people to commit violent acts which... READ MORE
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Krave Pure Foods, Inc, August 22, 2017
I am writing to protest your financial support of A&E’s anti-religious hate show with Leah Remini. Your advertising dollars are fueling hate and violence toward Churches of Scientology and Scientologists. READ MORE
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Patheos.com, August 1, 2017
Unfortunately though, you are force-feeding the thinking public a diet of your obsession and her drivel, best described as hate-speech. No one asked for it and no one needs it, least of all those who are the subject of it—Scientologists.... READ MORE
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Salon.com, July 21, 2017
The reason Scientology has survived and flourished, as it has for the last 67 years, notwithstanding the carping criticism of certain bigoted sources, is its workability and thus its popularity. You name-drop the word Scientology... READ MORE
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Thetalko.com, July 12, 2017
Scientology is a truly unique contemporary religion—the only major religion to emerge in the 20th century and flourish in the 21st. While it owes a spiritual debt to Eastern religions, it was born in the West and its religious... READ MORE
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The Hollywood Reporter, July 7, 2017
Leah Remini’s hatred has spawned over 500 death threats, bomb threats, and acts of violence. Perpetrators were prosecuted and jail terms were served. Her hate speech caused children to be bullied at schools, employees to... READ MORE
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Ynet, July 3, 2017
I read your article on “recruiting to Scientology.” The problem from the very beginning is that your reporters lied when they walked into my Church. READ MORE
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Disney Media Networks, May 30, 2017
Why not do a show that shows the millions of people who have been helped by Scientology? Or the millions of people who have found personal relief and help due to the selfless humanitarian deeds of Scientologists? Rather than... READ MORE
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Disney Media Networks, May 30, 2017
I have been a Scientology Minister since 1968. What you are doing by sponsoring this Leah Remini witch hunt against Scientology and Scientologists is all too familiar. You are harming a lot of good people who save lives and... READ MORE
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Daily Mail, May 18, 2017
I read your story of the missing Mrs. Renata Antczak in a recent Daily Mail. You may know nothing of Scientology, but an attempt to jab at it while reporting on a totally unrelated matter serves only to expose your ignorance... READ MORE
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Miami New Times, May 9, 2017
The Miami New Times, a part of the notorious “Backpage.com” online pimping and sex-trafficking network, saw fit to wrongly target officials participating the grand opening of the new Church of Scientology in Miami. READ MORE
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Standupforthetruth.com, April 14, 2017
Judging by this article, “Is Scientology compatible with Christianity?“ what you actually stand for is bigotry, hate and intolerance. READ MORE
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Mother Jones, April 14, 2017
I read your segment of early today concerning books that bring people solace and to my astonishment saw reference to Lawrence Wright’s propaganda on Scientology. READ MORE
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Christian Post, April 6, 2017
Your article “What Does Scientology Believe in?” is the latest in a long series of bigoted, reprehensible and false pieces on my religion. READ MORE
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RebelCircus.com, March 28, 2017
Your (whoever you are) characterization of the Founder of the Scientology religion is offensive in the extreme, and you should be utterly ashamed, if indeed it is possible for you to feel shame. READ MORE
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Acculturated.com, March 28, 2017
Your article of March 27 contains numerous offensive and reprehensible—not to mention false—references to Scientology—my religion and that of millions of other people around the world. READ MORE
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Toronto Star, March 10, 2017
This letter is to express my disgust at the bigoted, snark-laden portrayal of the Church of Scientology in Rosie DiManno’s column published yesterday on the website of the Toronto Star and affiliated publications. READ MORE
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Walt Disney Company, January 6, 2017
How come you permit A&E to carry such a single-sided monologue disparaging innocent people, all with the purpose of “brainwashing” them from their chosen faith? READ MORE
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ABC News, January 5, 2017
You have made a serious ethical mistake, believing that people consider this kind of attack inspiring. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 5, 2017
I am writing regarding 20/20 and the inappropriate and outright preposterous accusations against the Church of Scientology regarding children. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 5, 2017
My wife and I never worried about our son becoming connected with people who would steer him in the wrong direction. READ MORE
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The Federalist, January 5, 2017
We respect your right to freedom of speech and the press. You should respect the rights of Scientologists to freedom of religion and association. Bigotry of any kind has no place in a free democratic society. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 4, 2017
I had met Leah Remini several times and worked with her on one occasion and that from what I personally observed, she was someone who would do or say almost anything for personal profit. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 4, 2017
Your network has decided to air yet another anti-Scientology piece, and I’m not only outraged, you’ve made me—for the first time ever—genuinely concerned for the safety of my family. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 4, 2017
When did you decide that ratings take priority over truth? When did you decide that spreading controversy, religious bigotry and outright lies to inflame viewers was part of your job? Are you a catchpenny tabloid or a balanced... READ MORE
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A+E Television Networks, January 4, 2017
The Leah Remini attacks on the Church of Scientology, my religion, are her own personal affair, for which she must take her own responsibility, and it is inexcusable for your organization to forward such hatred and bigotry. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 4, 2017
This program will do nothing but spread bigotry and hate amongst families and put information that is knowingly false into people’s minds. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 4, 2017
We, as a group (Scientologists), abhor bigotry, respect the religious beliefs of others, and many of us work daily to help our fellow Man. The same cannot be said of those attacking this religion. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 3, 2017
Scientology has been priceless in my life and especially when I raised my son many years ago. It gave me tools to apply when I needed them the most. READ MORE
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ABC News, January 3, 2017
I am shocked that you would try to create hatred and a web of lies that will only lead to discrimination against Scientologists and their children. READ MORE
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A+E Television Networks, December 26, 2016
It would be hard to imagine a network buying and showing a reality series that disparaged Islam or Hinduism. READ MORE
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CelebDirtyLaundry.com, November 28, 2016
Shame on Mr. Bobby Fischer, His article titled “Prince Harry’s Drinking And Partying Get Totally Out of Hand - He’s On His Way To Rehab!” includes a purposely false and derogatory mention of the Scientology religion. READ MORE
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