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Information control
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Scientology's auditing process uses an e-meter to measure electrical resistance, claiming to reveal past traumas and spiritual truths.
Aaron Smith-Levin · Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
David Miscavige consolidated power in Scientology by manipulating information and threatening rivals, despite not being chosen by L. Ron Hubbard.
Aaron Smith-Levin · Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
Scientology's C organization enforces strict communal living and low wages, with members signing billion-year contracts.
Aaron Smith-Levin · Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
Scientology's membership is estimated at 35,000, far fewer than the millions it claims, indicating a decline under Miscavige's leadership.
Aaron Smith-Levin · Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
Scientology exerts influence through 'soft corruption,' using legal means to control local authorities and silence critics.
Aaron Smith-Levin · Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
Voices on information control
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