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Phirst Amendment
Vol. 1 Issue #4
01 December, 1992
A KAoS production
Article I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or
prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech or
the press; or the right of the people, peaceably, to assemble and to petition
the Government for a redress of grievances.
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| Editing, Story Continuity, & Public Relations...........David Lightman |
| Good Cop................................................David Lightman |
| Bad Cop.....................................................Anesthesia |
| Research, Footwork, and Editorials.........................Sir Galahad |
| Editorial Assistance, Research, & Footwork.......................Storm |
| |
| Table of Contents.<David Lightman>...................................01 |
| Introduction.<David Lightman>........................................01 |
| *AC/DC <KAoS>.........................................................02 |
| *Author Profile- Sir Galahad..........................................02 |
| *Chemical of the Month <Anesthesia>...................................03 |
| Safety with Chemicals <Anesthesia>...................................03 |
| *Poet's Corner..<Featuring Dead Kennedys>.............................04 |
| Editorial: Fluoridation is a MISTAKE! <Frank Murray>.................05 |
| United Colors of Benetton <Spike Lee>................................06 |
| *Church of Free Thought <David Lightman>..............................07 |
| AIDS Moon Web <Wiccan News Release>..................................08 |
| Is AIDS Manmade? <Strecker Group>....................................09 |
| *Food for Thought.<Storm>............................................ 10 |
| Editorial: Holistically Treating AIDS <Frank Murray>..................11 |
| Tattoo You <Anesthesia>..............................................12 |
| Anti-Gay Amendment passed in Colorado <B. Findlay & M. Booth>........13 |
| Equal Protection? <George Knoblauch>.................................14 |
| *SoapBox <Anesthesia>................................................ 15 |
| [Trashing, Book Review, Comic Review, Editorial on FEoS] |
| *BBS Connection.<Sir Galahad>.........................................16 |
| *Gnus Around Town.<Sir Galahad>...................................... 17 |
| *Feedbag <David Lightman>............................................ 18 |
| Addendum (Omissions, Apologies, etc.) <Daiv>.........................19 |
| |
| * -denotes regularly published columns |
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From this point on, both Anesthesia and I will give discourses on our
feelings of our current issue. We will also share feelings in general and just
shoot the breeze to keep you up to date. This new introduction is:
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AC/DC | |
Anesthesia's Comments/Daiv's Comments |
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'Lo again,
We are very proud to bring you our current issue of Phirst Amendment! Once
again, we will try to broaden your mind and show you many new things. This is
an open forum periodical. Although most issues will have a general topic, I
will still be informing you of certain things I feel are important. I will also
keep supplying you with my regular columns [Now marked with an '*' - Thanks
Electroman!] and try to work in a few new ones later.
As you have probably noticed, we are changing the format slightly. This
is, mostly, based on the comments and suggestions from you, our readers. Also,
we can definitely find a use for ANY articles submitted. We have a wide variety
of things planned for all of 1993 and quite a bit of 1994. [see the Addendum]
I'm sure you will enjoy them.
I really enjoy writing these articles, but I am not skilled in every area
in which you are probably interested. If someone requests an article, and I
neither know anything about it nor can find enough information about it, this
is where I will request it. Maybe someone else can do it justice.
January is going to be a very nice issue from the looks of things. I,
also, plan to step up the pace of my articles. I'm sure some of you will
appreciate that.
Enjoy the issue, and stay free in '93!
- Anesthesia -
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Well, here we are. We've made it this far with this fine, electronic
publication. Support has been amazing. I hope that we can continue to keep this
thing going for F81 issues. It is my intention to constantly provide you with
the best data and scandals that our government can (willingly or unwillingly)
provide. I support everyone's right to show their disapproval of any portion of
our newsletter and, especially, of our government. I will be more than happy to
include any editorials on anything.
Our first intention was to write mainly about AIDS and the genre of
government sponsored diseases and other methods of governmental genocide. But
when the dust settled, quite a few related topics were uncovered. This issue
has transmogrified into a commentary on racism, sexism, homophobia, et al. I
feel that this issue compares quite favorably to our previous. I think you'll
appreciate the effects which these turns of events have created.
We have added a new member to our ranks: Sir Galahad (916) His current
role is that of editor, researcher, and disseminator. I will be handing over
the Poet's Corner, and Gnus Around Town to him, so that I may have additional
time to research future articles and conduct field response/public relations.
In a short time, he will be writing articles of his own, like the madman we all
know him to be. (Inside joke: He's actually kinda reserved...)
The feedback is tremendous. We will be reviewing and replying publicly to
feedback in a new section at the end of the mag. Feel free to send editorial
responses to ANY part of the 'zine you feel necessary. We can't respond to
everything... but we'll publish a sampling of the responses we get. If you wish
to use a handle, fine... If you wish to remain compleatly anonymous, that's
fine, too... Don't be afraid to be heard!
- Think! - Daiv
Author Profile: Sir Galahad (916) Nicknames: You don't wanna know.
Age at this date: 21 (and a bit)
Favorite Music: Mostly Country, actually. Also Classical. (Listening to
Beethoven Symphony #9 right now...)
Favorite Authors: Jack London, Terry Brooks, Margaret Truman (Excellent
Inside CIA Source!!)
Height: 6'0" Weight: 170# Eye Color: Blue Hair Color: Brown
Computers: AT Clone (Daiv built it)
No Net address as of yet.
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How'd I get involved? You asked me to! (chuckle)
He asked for the keyboard... so here goes...
<SG>
Governments have always existed "to protect their people, and to act in
their people's best interests". Initially, I thought that was true of our
government.
However, as I have grown up (living in a small, sheltered town) and
travelled a little, I experienced different thoughts. The most important thing
I did was... LISTEN. I listened to what people said about their homes, their
childrens' future, their retirement, the environment, et. al. These things, the
experiences and thoughts of others, helped me form my views. Not that I'm
easily persuaded by anyone, but I had many of the same thoughts. My most
important thought, however, is this: EVERYONE HAS A RIGHT TO BELIEVE WHAT THEY
WANT, AND THEY SHOULD BE ABLE TO SAY OR DO WHAT THEY CHOOSE WITHOUT PERSECUTION
OR FEAR OF RETRIBUTION. To me, that is what Phirst Amendment is all about,. a
system where people can express their (FACT-SUPPORTED) views. This is why, when
Daiv asked me to join, I eagerly accepted. I have read many of the responses to
the first issue. Those that responded seemed very pleased with the work that
KAoS has done. One important note on this: the more feedback and articles we
receive, the more productive we will be. So write!! Be writing to you soon-
Your Knight,
Sir Galahad
<DL> Well, he seems noble enough (heh heh), I think we'll be seeing a lot of
good things from him... (hopefully soon! :> )
(Maybe, eventually, I'll get around to interviewing Storm...) [Ha!!-Anesthesia]
"It is criminal to teach a man not to defend himself when he is the constant
victim of brutal attacks."
- Malcom X
[So, Let's start this issue off with a bang.]
/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ Chemical of the Month /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\
by Anesthesia
Nitric Acid
(HNO3)
Tenth Highest volume industrial chemical produced in the United States.
AKA: Aquas fortis, hydrogen nitrate, azotic acid, engraver's acid.
Description:
Transparent, colorless or yellowish, fuming liquid.
Uses: Manufacture of Ammonium Nitrate fertilizer, dyes, drugs, lacquers,
cellulose nitrate, nitrate salts, rubber chemicals and urethanes, ore
flotation, metallurgy, photoengraving, etching steel, reprocessing
spent nuclear fuel.
Hazards:
Highly toxic; extremely corrosive to body tissue; will cause immediate
and severe burns; will cause extensive damage to eyes and respiratory
system. Keep cool and dry.
!!!!!! Safety With Chemicals !!!!!!
by Anesthesia, (our protector)
Something that really bothers me is listening to someone that plays with
chemicals and doesn't have a clue as to what they are doing. I've been flashed
several times myself as well as burned my hair several times. Chemicals are
dangerous things if you don't know what they do! [Even if you do - they still
are! - Daiv] I would like to offer some help for those who wish to experiment
but are unsure of their ability or don't know where to start.
Since most people reading this text file also read other text files, that
makes me think this is where they would like to learn these things. Always
remember that anyone can put one of these out, and just because someone puts
out a file, does NOT mean they know what they are doing. Your library is your
best friend in this case! Before trying any experiment, research the items
involved to assure that the people involved didn't leave anything out. (i.e.,
the fact that mixing the dry, red phosphorous, dry sulphur, and dry potassium
chlorate will cause it to immediately explode, but when moist, it is safe to
mix.)
For those of you lucky enough to still be in high school, take a chemistry
class. (This goes for those interested parties in college as well!) [Lotta
exclams there, Anesthesia - Daiv] You will enjoy it and something you learn
there may just save you life and/or limbs later. I've also found it's one of
the best ways to obtain some hard to find ingredients.
Always be sure to read the instructions completely and assure you have the
correct items on hand to complete the project in one shot. Some recipes won't
wait for you to find the appropriate items. Also, never substitute something
'close' in a project unless it is specifically listed as a substitute.
[A guy I know, Felo De Se (FDS), once used a smoke bomb recipe and ended
up torching his face and kitchen, because he used ground rocket cells in place
of potassium nitrate (aka saltpeter). - Daiv]
There are ten important rules for chemistry safety that should always be
followed. These are:
1. Never store chemicals for extended periods.
2. Never store chemical combinations for any length of time.
3. Work in a cool, well-ventilated area.
4. Keep sources of heat and electricity away from the work area.
5. Keep the number of people in the work area to a minimum.
6. Keep materials far apart.
7. Use a respirator while working.
8. Wear safety goggles.
9. Wear as much protective, rubber clothing as possible.
10. Have appropriate fire-fighting equipment available and large
volumes of water.
One of the things that I am trying to do with my 'Chemical of the Month'
is share a few common chemicals at first, then, later, some of their uses. In
my opinion, it is better to have some knowledge about what you are working with
before you begin working.
- Anesthesia -
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Poet's Corner | |
featuring Jello Biafra | |
of the Dead Kennedys |
+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+
[If you don't get this when you're done, read "The Strecker Memorandum". You'll
see that this is only an intro. <SG>]
Government Flu
By: Dead Kennedys
We got a drug - We're gonna try it out on you. Won't make you die - It'll
getcha just a little bit sick.
[Chorus] Got a head cold, Got a chest cold, And it's three days old (goin' on
forever) Make you hazy, Make you lazy, Drive you crazy For days and days and
days and days and days and years.
Barely got the time now - To stay on the job. Double up the dosage in your
water supply. Make you even sicker 'til you're slippin' away.
Getting all depressed - It's getting all your friends. You can't get it up -
For nothing that'll rock the boat.
The government flu - The government flu - The government flu.
Slip it abroad, Keep a-slowin' down the USSR. But meanwhile, We'll keep an eye
On what it's doin' to you.
[Chorus] Got a head cold, Got a chest cold, And it's three days old (goin' on
forever) Make you hazy, Make you lazy, Drive you crazy For days and days and
days and days and days and years.
The government flu - The government flu - The government flu Flew - Through -
You.
[Frank Murray speaks out on one means of genocide, although he doesn't put it
so harshly in...]
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Fluoridation is STILL a Mistake! | |
Editorial by Frank Murray | | Editor of
Better Nutrition for Today's Living |
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The fluoridation of public water supplies to allegedly prevent dental
caries in children [Who are going to lose their baby teeth anyway! - Daiv]
makes about as much sense as putting aspirin in the water to deter headaches.
Sodium fluoride has no effect on the teeth of adults, even though everyone is
obliged to drink the souped-up water, whether they like it or not!
The flap about fluoridation began in 1945 [commonly mentioned era in this
'zine, eh??], when the Public Health Service (PHS) decided to do a double-blind
study to convince Americans that fluoridation was one of the greatest advances
of the 20th century. Newburg, New York was selected to have its water
fluoridated, while the residents of nearby Kingston would continue to drink
pure water.
The study was supposed to last five years, but halfway though the project,
the PHS abruptly terminated it, claiming that, based upon the analysis of the
Newburg statistics, fluoridation was a tremendous deterrent to tooth decay in
children. Unbiased researchers later determined that children in
non-fluoridated Kingston had fewer cavities. But by then the bandwagon was
already in high gear.
As scientific evidence against fluoridation mounted - it is related to
heart disease, cancer, and allergies, among other things - many countries have
either discontinued fluoridation or never approved it. These included Austria,
Belgium, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, India, Italy,
Luxembourg, Norway, Spain, and Sweden.
Another highly controversial use of fluoride is supposedly to strengthen
the bones of osteoporotic women. At an international symposium on osteoporosis
in Washington several years ago, researchers were vociferously pro and con on
the subject. Because the use of fluoride is still highly suspect, it would make
sense to halt it until further studies can be made. Unfortunately, this hasn't
been the case.
The latest indictment of this therapy is recapped in the May 25 issue of
'Science News'. After analyzing the bone density of more than 800 Iowa women,
ages 20 to 80, MaryFran R. Sowers and her colleagues at the University of
Michigan in Ann Arbor concluded that women over the age of 55 who drink
fluoridated water are MORE prone to fractures.
Postmenopausal women drinking higher-fluoride water faced more than double
the fracture risk of their counterparts in the comparison community, the
magazine reported.
Professor Sowers, no doubt, echoed the sentiments of many researchers in
the field who are wary of fluoride use.
In Good Health! Frank Murray
[Spike Lee urges people to take action that changes our world in...]
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United Colors of Benetton | |
by Spike Lee | |
Transcribed by Daiv |
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The following text is from an interview, of sorts, with Writer/ Activist
Spike Lee. This interview was released in the form of a Benetton ad in
November's Rolling Stone.
For almost ten years, United Colors of Benetton has used advertising
imagery to draw a symbolic parallel between the colorful casual apparel we sell
and the many "colors" of our customers all over the world. Under the creative
direction of photographer Oliviero Toscani and the aegis of company founder
Luciano Benetton, our advertising imagery has evolved over the years to reflect
a broad range of social issues. Sometimes controversial and always compelling,
these images have never been intended to express a particular point of view but
rather to encourage discussion about such important subjects as racism, AIDS,
war, and the environment. It is our hope that though dialogue, greater
understanding and positive change will occur.
On the occasion of Rolling Stone's twenty-fifth anniversary and for this
unique 'portfolio' of Benetton advertising photography, we sought another
powerful voice in the realm of social commentary. We could think of no more
qualified individual to break through the static of mainstream media in the
pursuit of change than filmmaker Spike Lee.
[Begin Interview]
Out of the blue, out of nowhere, I got a telephone call from somebody at
Rolling Stone magazine about Benetton. I called back, more curious than ever.
"What's this 'bout?" I asked. I was told Benetton wanted me to write something
for them that was going to be a supplement in Rolling Stone. My first thought
was why me? WHY ME? Of all the people they coulda asked. They would make a
sizable donation to the charity of my choice. Well, if they want me that bad,
I'll find time to do it. After a little haggling about the amount of the
donation, I signed on the dotted line. Benetton agreed to donate $50,000 to the
United Negro College Fund Malcom X Scholarship. That check is going to send
some needy, deserving students to school. Thank you, Benetton.
Before I get into this, please allow me to say my views, my thoughts, my
opinions. They are mine. I have never attempted to position myself as a
spokesperson for anybody. To be honest, I'm very uncomfortable with that. The
media has repeatedly tried to designate me that so-called honor, but I'm not
accepting it. Here it goes, Benetton, hope this will do.
- Spike Lee
If I were to choose one word for the present state of the world, one
quickly comes to mind. Fucked! That's right. Fucked. OK, it's a bad word, but
hey buddy, we're living in a bad world. Things are so bad, people are seriously
considering whether they would want to have children today. I'm not that
pessimistic yet, but it makes you wonder.
I'm thirty-five now, still young, still single, but I wish to have a
family. What kind of world will my kids and your kids be living in? Are we
gonna fuck it up totally for them? We're all headed in that direction - pedal
to the metal - 150 miles per hour. My youth was spent playing softball,
stickball, two-hand touch football, everything. The summers, boy, do I remember
them. I thought they would never end, no school, no teachers, no homework. We
didn't have a care in the world.
Oh, there would be fights sometimes, but the most it turned out to be was
a bloody nose or maybe, just maybe, a black eye, which always turned out the be
a badge of honor.
Nowadays, Forgetaboutit. Kids are killing kids. Kids have real guns with
real bullets that bring real death. We're not talking GI Joe shit either.
I had a 007 James Bond gun, and me and my friends had gun fights, but it
was fake, nobody got crippled, nobody died. We got up off the street after we
were dead.
As for drugs in our Cobble Hill neighborhood, we were all terrified of the
glue sniffers. That's about as far as drugs went. I can still see Rory
stumbling down Court Street high as a kite, dried glue under his nose and
mouth, his brown paper bag filled with model airplane glue moving in, moving
out. I heard Rory later died. Glue has nothing on crack, no comparison. I never
heard about the dreaded glue sniffers ever killing anybody to buy a tube, or
young girls turning tricks for a hit! That stuff just didn't happen. But that
was a Brooklyn that only exists in my memories.
Jobs, drugs, crime, AIDS, racism, education, the homeless, and the
environment. These are the issues today. Issues that we will have to take the
initiative on. Even though this is an election year, does anybody feel Bush or
Clinton will do something concrete to address this stuff that's gonna directly
effect [sic] all of our urban children? I don't. That doesn't mean, however,
I'm not gonna vote. I will. But you know and I know what politicians do in the
long run. Nada. Not jack shit. As Stevie Wonder put so eloquently in song, "You
Haven't Done Nuthin."
So what are we gonna do? What can individuals do to ensure that this
planet doesn't self destruct? I can only come up with one solution: everyone
get involved.
And that's where the imagery involved in the Benetton ads stands head and
shoulders above the rest. Let me first say that I have no illusions about them.
Benetton wants to make a buck like any other company. In fact, we all do but
it's the route, the path we choose that makes the difference. We all know that
the quickest way to make a buck in film, music, and advertising is SEX. I feel
that more often than not this is the "low road." Oh, you want to sell some
jeans, an album, a film. Get a pretty face with a pretty body that has pretty
breasts, and a pretty butt. Voila. That low road is as jam-packed as the FDR
Drive at rush hour.
The high road is a lot riskier. Why? Because it might make people think.
If it's provocative enough, it might make people sit down and discuss it, talk
about the message. Talk about the imagery used in the ads. Of course, this
takes more creativity.
When I first saw the Benetton ads, I had no idea what they were selling.
This was before a Benetton store was on every other corner in Manhattan (one
day, please, explain that to me). I had no idea they sold clothes. Regardless,
it still made an impact on me. Isn't that what good ads are about?
A lot of people will have to do a lot of explaining on AIDS one day. All
of a sudden, a disease appears out of nowhere that nobody has a cure for, and
it's specifically targeted at gays and minorities (i.e., Hispanics and blacks).
The mystery disease, yeah, about as mysterious as genocide.
I'm convinced that AIDS is a government engineered disease. They got one
thing wrong, they never realized that it couldn't just be contained to the
groups it was intended to wipe out. So, now it's a national priority. Exactly
like drugs became when they escaped the urban centers into white suburbia. So
you might think I'm crazy about this one. I don't think so. Who knows, the day
might be fast approaching when you want documented blood tests from prospective
sexual partners. No papers, no sex.
That's the kind of world our children might be born into. What a drag!
Sounds like a bad science-fiction movie!
Let's all get down on our hands and knees right now and pray to the
highest heavens that it doesn't come to that:
Dear Lord,
Deliver us from the evils of the world, the evil people in this world.
Please wipe out all diseases, especially AIDS. Give everybody a job so that
they can make a comfortable living. NO MO' WARS. Give us all education, and the
homeless, homes. Please give us the intelligence to save what's left of our
environment.
And Lord, if you take care of that, my children and your children can have
those endless summers like we all had. Let them all be able to run and play and
eat ice cream. Let them not have to worry about whether they might get killed
by a stray bullet in school trying to get an education.
Dear Lord, please finally come once and for all deliver us from sexism,
racism, and all the other "ism's".
Dear Lord, if you can take care of that, I promise we'll take care of the
rest. One last thing, if you allow me my selfish motives, please don't let this
airplane fall out of the sky and into the drink. I haven't finished 'Malcom X'
yet. The Knicks haven't won a championship since I got courtside seats and they
drafted Patrick Ewing. I haven't gotten married yet, I haven't had any
children, and I haven't learned to drive.
Peace,
Spike Lee
Somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean September 13th, 1992
[To be united will give us strength. To use the system provided, we protect
ourselves within the loopholes created by the system itself.]
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Church of Free Thought @ @
by David Lightman @
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The laws currently in effect to buffer the government approved
religions may also be utilized to buffer an anti-establishmentarianist (whew)
church! The requirements, so far as the government is concerned, are as
follows:
1. A place, or places, of worship.
2. A constituency. That is, a group, rather than one, that believe
in that religion.
3. A belief structure, or set of precepts that the group holds true.
Webster, my buddy sitting on the couch next to me, as I write this on my
laptop, says that religion is "any specific system of belief, worship, conduct,
etc., often involving a code of ethics and a philosophy."
I will attempt to state, herein, a universal concept, which avid readers
of this publication will have no desire to contest. My purpose is to unite our
audience under a common system of beliefs, which will be recognized by the
government. And united as such, protected by the government itself. Then the
organization will be a tax-haven for those who wish to donate and also a means
for the 'priests' or whatever name they will attain, to make their dedication
to our cause more easily handleable by making food and other purchases tax
free. We are already a non-profit organization with, already, hundreds of
man-hours, donated to the cause. If we can utilize the system to maintain our
organization, taxes and lives will be more easily handled or non-existent.
I openly welcome changes and additions to this purported belief structure.
It is obviously incomplete. But as it is, it is simple, universal, and true.
Too dense, and we become a bureaucratic mess like the government itself. Too
many restraints and we close the doors to many people who would be of great
benefit. To change the rules so that they are falsehoods would make us
hypocrites like those we oppose.
Belief Structure
Survive. Knowledge is Power. Power should be shared, for survival. United, a
group of believers, is more powerful, than each individual acting
separately. Hoarders of knowledge are enemies. Enemies must be equalized
for survival.
Individuality sparks from knowledge. Opinions are formed from individuality.
Opinions, therefore individuality, therefore power, should be allowed to
exist in others and respected for what it is.
Our only true threat is suppression -
suppression of thought, knowledge, individuality. These hoarders want to
restrain all knowledge and breed ignorance -
to create and maintain absolute power for themselves. Power should be
shared - for survival.
To share knowledge is to smite the enemy - ensuring survival. To use knowledge,
thought to be hoarded, is to pull the pin while it's
in their hand.
The ability to know, form opinions, and think is not inherent to any race,
religion, area of inhabitance, birthright, sex, age, height, weight, political
affiliation, sexual preference, lifestyle, diet, eye color, recessive or
dominant gene.
As a free-thinker, I promise to:
1. Think for myself, not blindly accepting all that is spoken. 2. Share
knowledge. With the press, politicians, citizens. 3. Expose hoarders of
knowledge, and share their knowledge. 4. To prevent hoarders from hoarding. 5.
To support true equality for all. 6. To promote the freedom of speech in the
world. 7. To support free-thinkers and free-thinking worldwide. 8. To stress
the importance of knowledge to the public. 9. To increase the numbers of
free-thinking humans in the world. 10. To make this world a better place.
Meetings of the organization may take place in many forms and places.
Sharing of information is not restricted by physical barriers. 1A will be a
forum for sharing knowledge, thus constituting a monthly meeting, on the first
of every month.
I hope that this is enough to fully separate our cause from the scads of
other religions across the world. I, also, hope that you see the need and
strength available by creating a group of such massive proportion that the
government will indeed listen. This is NOT a joke. This organization CAN be
REAL! Let us know. No donations are required. This is not a scam to get you!
This is an attempt to use the rules the government creates to protect its own
[thus rendered state and church less divisible] to protect US! To give us a
non-taxed, non-profit, protected forum to air our views and grievances.
- Daiv
[As an example of the diversified views we support here's a release from a
Pagan/Wiccan society on what THEY are doing to handle the AIDS epidemic...]
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MOON WEB
AIDS WORKING
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Moon Web is a group of Witches and Pagans who join energies in healing and
peace efforts. This Moon Web is scheduled for January 31st, 1993 at 7 pm. It is
the seventh anniversary of the first AIDS Moon Web. This ritual focuses on
destroying barriers and increasing the positive elements that will help us
overcome AIDS.
The ritual space is purified according to personal practice. Invocations
to Athena, Hermes, and/or Brigid may be done. Those gathered will be divided
into five groups. One will be assigned to each of the elements with one group
in the center. Each group may be led by a particular coven or group of coven
leaders. The center (altar) group will present each elemental group with the
obstacle to overcome and later accept the positive "goal". We have divided the
elements this way:
AIR - Knowledge/Ignorance
FIRE - Commitment/Indifference
EARTH - Funding/Red Tape
WATER - Empathy/Hostility
When confronted with the obstacles the small groups will be wrapped with
crepe paper by the center group. We suggest the spectral colors: Air - Purple,
Fire - Green, Earth - Red, Water - Orange. The groups break their bonds,
overcoming the obstacle. When all four are done, each quarter group presents
the center group with a candle symbolizing the positive quality. They are all
placed on the altar and tied with silver thread. As they burn, the group can
dance to raise energy.
Afterwards, all are given candles charged during the ritual that were on
or under the altar to take home and spread the light. Cakes and Wine/Libations
can follow.
This Moon Web was created by the leaders of The Gaia Group, Knossos Grove,
and Kathexis of NYC.
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AIDS MOON WEB
All present will be divided into five groups. In the east - air. In the south -
fire. In the west - water. In the north - earth. In the center are the drama
facilitators. Each group is "lead" by an experienced person.
Water, salt are consecrated. Circle is drawn with wand. Circle is blessed with
water and incense.
Invocation to Athena, Hermes and Brigid as to purpose of rite.
Air group speaks INTELLIGENTLY on AIDS. Statements like "The HIV virus is very
fragile and is only passed through intimate contact." They are all bound with
PURPLE crepe paper. They begin to make IGNORANT statements like '"you can catch
AIDS from shaking hands". They are temporarily defeated by the IGNORANCE of the
crepe paper. Then they rally and tear apart their bonds.
Fire group speaks about dedication to finding a cure for AIDS, expressing
COMMITMENT. They are bound with GREEN crepe paper. They speak with
INDIFFERENCE. They slowly overcome and break free of their bonds.
The Water group talks about EMPATHY. They are bound with ORANGE crepe paper.
They speak of HOSTILITY. They break free.
The Earth group talks about adequate FUNDING. They are bound with RED crepe
paper. They become tangled in RED TAPE. They overcome the challenge.
Each group charges a taper with their positive element. The tapers are placed
on the altar and bound with silver thread. They are lit and all dance around in
a single or double circle and send energy out to spread our will. Extra candles
on the altar are also charged.
Juice and cookies are blessed and shared. All are given candles to take home to
spread the light.
The deities are thanked. The circle is closed.
[Both the Wiccan and Pagan religions are entirely separate from the Church of
Free Thought. They have their own views, practices, and beliefs. This is not to
say that a Wiccan cannot be a Free-Thinking individual. The two are neither
mutually inclusive or exclusive. (Covering our hineys)]
[Spike Lee touched on something in his article I'd like to explore a little
further. Is AIDS manmade? Where'd that idea come from? Is there more to
substantiate that claim?]
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IS AIDS MANMADE? THE STRECKER MEMORANDUM | |
by The Strecker Society |
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We have a story to tell you, a very strange story, one that affects you,
me and every other human being on earth. A story that must be taken seriously
by the governments of every nation in the world because there may not be many
humans left to govern by the turn of the century, or shortly thereafter. A
story so bizarre, and so sinister that, if it were not for the fact that it is
all true, it would make a great science fiction thriller. (Interestingly
enough, Lorimar Pictures of Hollywood has purchased the rights to Dr.
Strecker's life story.)
The story begins in 1983 with Dr. Robert B. Strecker, M.D., Ph.D. Dr.
Strecker practices internal medicine and gastroenterology in Los Angeles. He is
a trained pathologist and holds a Ph.D. in pharmacology. Dr. Strecker and his
brother, Ted, an attorney, were preparing a proposal for a health maintenance
organization (HMO) for the Security Pacific Bank of California. They needed to
know the long-term financial effects of insuring and treating AIDS patients. In
as much as this information was not readily available in 1983, both brothers
began researching the medical literature to learn what they could about their
relatively new disease. The information they uncovered right from the beginning
was so startling to them, so hard to believe, that it would dramatically alter
both their lives and lead them on a five-year quest culminating with the
creation of "The Strecker Memorandum" the most controversial video tape of our
time and a remarkable set of documents called "The Bio-Attack Alert."
WHAT THEY DISCOVERED
Right there in the medical literature for anyone to read for themselves
was, basically, proof that the AIDS virus and pandemic was actually PREDICTED
years ago by a world-famous virologist, among others. They found that top
scientists writing in the BULLETIN of the World Health Organization were
actually REQUESTING that AIDS-like viruses be created to study the effects on
humans. In fact, the Streckers unearthed thousands of documents all supporting
the man-made origin of AIDS. Meanwhile, the government was telling everyone
that a green monkey in Africa bit some native and started AIDS. As their
research continued, it became obvious from the documentation that the virus
itself was not only created as requested, but actually DEPLOYED, and now
threatens the existence of mankind because it does what it was designed to do:
Cause cancer in humans via a contagious virus. Eventually, the Streckers came
to realize everything the government, the so-called AIDS experts and media were
telling the public was not only misleading, but out and out lies...The truth of
the matter is:
* AIDS is a man-made disease;
* AIDS is not a homosexual disease;
* AIDS is not a venereal disease;
* AIDS can be carried by mosquitoes;
* Condoms will not prevent AIDS;
* There are at least six different AIDS viruses loose in the world;
* And on and on, but...
THE SCARIEST PART
The most dreaded fear that all oncologists (cancer doctors), virologists,
and immunologists live with is that some day CANCER, in one form or another,
will become a contagious disease, transferable from one person to another. AIDS
has now made that fear a reality. If you think you are safe because you are not
sexually active, then you must watch "The Strecker Memorandum" very carefully.
IF YOU PLAN TO HAVE SEX TONIGHT YOU HAD BETTER READ THIS
The most common misconception being foisted upon us right now concerns
sexually active Americans. We are told that if a man uses a condom, the
transference of the deadly virus is virtually eliminated. Nothing could be
further from the truth. Of all the body fluids that the AIDS virus is found in,
semen contains the least. As a matter of fact, in every single study ever
published on the subject, no one has found a significant amount in anyone's
semen. It just isn't there in huge numbers. There is usually about one virus
per milliliter, a statistically irrelevant amount. One copious ejaculation
might produce only one or two viruses. This is substantiated in the medical
literature. But, just for argument's sake, let's say all the medical studies
are wrong. Let's pretend that there are countless millions of AIDS viruses in
the ejaculation. Are you aware that condoms are riddled with microscopic or
larger holes? Studies show that even the smallest holes found in condoms are
two to ten times larger than the AIDS virus. It's like shooting a golf ball
through a basketball hoop. Condoms have not, will not, and cannot prevent AIDS.
THOUSANDS ALREADY DEAD
Over one hundred thousand Americans have already died because they didn't
know the truth about AIDS. Between twelve and fifteen million Americans are
already infected. One in 60 babies born in New York City is infected; one in
300 college students in America is infected; one in 20 aliens applying for
amnesty is infected, including men, women and children. These are just some of
the facts you are not likely to hear about from the media.
WHY A VIDEO TAPE?
One of the first things the Streckers did was to try and tell their
medical and legal colleagues what they were finding in the literature. Some
were interested; most were not. Certainly no one was prepared to risk their
professional standing by making waves within the establishment. Ted Strecker
compiled some of the most damaging documents into a report he called "The
Bio-Attack Alert" and sent it to every Governor of every state, the President,
the Vice-President (now [ex]President), the FBI, the CIA, the NSA, and selected
members of Congress. He got a grand total of three replies from three
governors; nothing from the government.
Both he and Dr. Strecker were laughed at and ridiculed at every turn. As
an example, Dr. Strecker told the government in 1985 that virtually every
person testing positive for AIDS would die prematurely and painfully. The
government said that was nonsense. Their figures showed that maybe ten percent
at most would die from the disease. In 1986, the government said maybe 50
percent of those infected would die, in 1987, they said maybe 75 percent, in
1988 they finally agreed with Dr. Strecker that AIDS is virtually 100 percent
fatal. We could go on and on with facts Dr. Strecker unearthed that the
"experts" said were wrong and now accepted as the truth. Dr. Strecker, like a
good scientist, submitted paper after paper with his findings to all the
prestigious medical journals in America. They were refused. He then tried to
have his findings published in Europe. Again, closed doors. What to do? Dr.
Strecker did not feel he could take the time from his practice and his research
to write a book. On the other hand, everyone has a TV and now most households
have a video cassette recorder (VCR). The time involved to make a video is
nothing compared to writing a book, and so the video "The Strecker Memorandum"
was created. It is 96 minutes of the most startling, controversial, and
information-packed video you will ever see. It disputes virtually everything
the American public is being told by the government, the so-called AIDS
experts, and the media. In fact, after seeing it YOU will know more about AIDS
than 99 percent of all doctors in America.
MUSIC IS NOTHING IF THE AUDIENCE IS DEAF
With the video made, it seemed a simple matter to advertise it and the
world would now become aware of what it was facing, right? WRONG! The fact that
you are even reading about "The Strecker Memorandum" now is a minor miracle by
itself, in as much as TV station managers have refused to advertise it. TV and
radio time brokers that sell blocks of commercial time have refused to sell us
time. TV station managers have refused to even air programs containing
interviews with Dr. Strecker. A national radio network did an interview with a
famous talk show host and Dr. Strecker and then refused to run it. Virtually
every big name network television magazine show and all the syndicated TV
interviewers and talk show hosts have said NO to Dr. Strecker. Big city
newspapers will not take any print ads telling about it, and so it goes...WHY?
What is in "The Strecker Memorandum" that sends a cold chill down the spine of
most media executives?
WHY IS EVERYONE AFRAID OF "THE STRECKER MEMORANDUM?"
The excuse we hear over and over is that it is too controversial. TOO
CONTROVERSIAL? They say that this information, if widely disseminated, will
cause the public to panic. IF someone had poisoned your water supply and you
and your family could die, wouldn't you want to know about it? Would you panic?
Or would you more likely be outraged and try to find out who did it and punish
them? We feel the only persons who might panic are those scientists who
willingly or otherwise created AIDS and are now promoting misinformation by
covering it up. After all, if you made AIDS would you tell anyone about it?
THINK OF YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS...NOW THINK OF THEM DEAD
It may take a while before the words "species threatening" sink in,
because the term has rarely been used before to describe an existing human
condition. But once you realize the implications of that term, and realize
that, unlike any other kind of disease ever known to man, past or present, AIDS
can, if unchecked, kill every human on earth, then your outlook and attitude
regarding everything in life must change. Whether you like it or not, and
despite all your precautions, the time will come when you will test positive
for AIDS, and it can happen much quicker than you realize.
IT'S OUT THERE
The number of AIDS-infected people is doubling approximately every 12
months, and in some areas even sooner. With twelve to fifteen million Americans
carrying the virus, you don't have to be a rocket scientist to see how long we
have here in the U.S. Africa has, conservatively, 75 million infected; some
estimates double that. Brazil as a country is in serious jeopardy because all
through the 1970's they were buying their blood supply from Africa. On top of
that, the World Health Organization conducted a large scale small pox
vaccination program there in the 1970's (for the full implications of that see
"The Strecker Memorandum"). Southern Japan has about 30 percent infected with
HTLV I, the leukemia-causing virus (although you will never hear about that on
TV). Russia is now reporting AIDS as a problem and no one can enter Russia
permanently without a current negative blood test for AIDS. Cuba has already
set up concentration camps for the AIDS-infected and they are full (you won't
see that on TV either). Haiti of course is ravaged by AIDS; more than 20
percent of the people are infected and getting worse every day. And so it goes.
Virtually every nation on earth with few exceptions (Iran is one) is reporting
a growing problem. It's on every continent, every sub-continent, and every
island chain, Atlantic and Pacific. So why won't the media or government tell
you these things? It is too controversial for you to handle? Are you going to
panic?
IS THERE ANY HOPE?
Yes and no. No, if you are waiting for the government to create a magic
bullet. As you will see in "The Strecker Memorandum," part of the problem is
that all the various AIDS viruses are "recombinant retroviruses." Very simply,
that means they have the ability to recombine with the genes of any cell they
enter and the offspring or new viruses they form are different from the parent
viruses. HTLV III alone (that's the most common American AIDS virus) has the
mathematical ability to change itself 9,000 X 9,000 X 9,000 X 9,000 times
(which is 9,000 to the forth power). The common cold recombines much less
frequently and we haven't found a cure for it after a hundred years. Besides,
does it make much sense to entrust the cure for AIDS to the same people that
may have created it?
YES, there is hope if Dr. Strecker and a growing number of realistic
scientists are correct in looking at alternative, non-allopathic, non-drug
modalities based on Raman spectroscopy. In fact, many experiments are going on
now that offer great promise.
Unfortunately, our government takes a dim view of any type of treatment
for any type of disease -- let alone AIDS -- that does not conform to its rigid
rules for acceptance, registration, and legalization. Of course the FDA would
definitely like to see an allopathic drug treatment or cure presented by an
ethical drug company or university. Well, we don't think that's going to
happen. Because of this attitude, much experimentation in America must go
underground, underfunded, or out of the country entirely. Again, this is
explained further in "The Strecker Memorandum".
BE BOLD AND MIGHTY FORCES WILL COME TO YOUR AID OR MIGHTY FORCES WILL COME AND
KILL YOU
An ominous personal aspect of this story has been the sudden and
unexpected deaths of two of the key players. First Dr. Strecker's brother, Ted
Strecker, was found shot to death in his home in Springfield, Missouri, an
apparent suicide, on August 11, 1988. Was Ted Strecker Suicidal? Perhaps. In
the past he suffered from depression and monumental frustration at the relative
lack of interest in his findings. Dr. Strecker spoke with him the night before
his death. Ted was cheerful, in good spirits, and looking forward to certain
new developments that promised progress. The next day he was found dead, his
22-caliber rifle next to him. No note, no message, no goodbyes to anyone. Very
untypical of him. Officially a suicide. Next, Illinois State Representative
Douglas Huff of Chicago was found alone in his home, dead from an apparent
overdose of cocaine and heroin, on September 22, 1988. Representative Huff did
everything in his power to make the Illinois State Legislature and the people
of Chicago aware of Dr. Strecker's work. He was very vocal, gave many press
interviews, was constantly on television and radio urging people to wake up to
the cover-up concerning AIDS. Did Representative Huff use drugs? Perhaps. Was
he an addict? NO. Would he have known how dangerous a massive overdose of
cocaine and heroin was? Yes, of course. Cause of death; officially a stroke.
Dr. Strecker has serious doubts that his brother killed himself. Representative
Huff's associates doubt he died accidentally, and yet they are gone. Who's
next?
IGNORANCE IS BLISS, OR IS IT SUICIDE?
We all know it is easier for a king to have a lie believed than a beggar
to spread the truth. Well, we are spreading the truth about AIDS.
Unfortunately, it isn't pretty. But the fact is you are not being told the
truth by the government or the so-called AIDS experts. The media, for reasons
of their own, will not present information contradicting the official
propaganda. So you can choose to go along with the same people who gave us
brain cancer (SV-40 virus) as a result of their contaminated polio vaccines in
the early 1960's; a polio-like disease from their contaminated Swine Flu
vaccine in the 1970's; and AIDS from their smallpox and hepatitis B vaccinates;
or, you can at least make yourself aware of the clear and present dangers that
we all face by watching "The Strecker Memorandum." The cost of the tape is
nominal, but we submit that remaining ignorant can cost infinitely more.
Thank you,
The Strecker Group 1501 Colorado Blvd. Eagle Rock, CA 90041 (213) 344-8039
To order "The Strecker Memorandum", mail your order to the above address. VHS
video at $29.95 each, plus postage and handling $3.00 for the 1st copy and
$1.00 for postage and handling for each additional copy. California residents
must add 8.25% sales tax, ($2.47 per tape).
You can order by Check, Money Order, MasterCard or Visa. Checks and money
orders should be made payable to "The Strecker Group."
[Phirst Amendment has no affiliation with the Strecker Group. We haven't seen
the tape mentioned above. We have no idea what is on it, if it's any good -
anything. But it MIGHT make an interesting follow up from someone... (hint)]
[ Let's look a little more about how AIDS has been slowed by natural means,
that the government and major pharmaceutical corporations are ignoring.]
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Food for thought | |
by Storm |
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In 1988, Parade magazine profiled 16 patients with Acquired Immune
Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), who had survived the disease longer than expected.
In their June 10, 1990 issue, the magazine reported that 13 of the patients are
still alive, although three have been experiencing some health problems.
Current statistics available at the time of their second article showed
there have been 128,319 adults and adolescents with AIDS diagnosed in America
since 1981. Of that number, more than 78,340 have died.
Of the ten patients who have not had any major setbacks, all are living
normal lives. Louie Nassaney, 35, who has lectured at a number of natural food
industry seminars, has had a reversal of the disease, but he told Parade that
he expected to participate in the Special Olympics games in Vancouver this
year.
"I've found that some AIDS patients do very well in combinations of
approaches," said Richard Elion, M.D., a New York physician who has treated
hundreds of HIV-positive and AIDS patients. "They may be getting [the drug]
AZT, alpha interferon, or Bactrim and at the same time use Chinese herbs or
visualization. Having options and choices tends to promote well-being."
Luc Montagnier, M.D., of the Pasteur Institute in Paris, added that,
"Psychological factors are critical in supporting the immune function. If you
suppress this psychological support by telling someone that he is doomed to
die, your words alone have condemned him. It simply isn't true that the virus
is 100 percent fatal. There is much we do not know in medicine, but there is
little question that a positive outlook is extraordinarily helpful."
All aspects of AIDS treatment were covered at the Advanced Immune
Discoveries Symposium, June 20-24 in San Francisco. The symposium was held
concurrently with the annual International Conference on AIDS, which was
sponsored by the World Health Organization. Among the speakers and the
treatments they discussed were:
-Laurence E. Badgley, M.D., in private practice in CA, described a
double-blind study involving medicinal mushrooms.
-John Bogden, Ph.D., of the NJ Medical School in Newark, described his work
with minerals and other micronutrients.
-Robert Cathcart, M.D., San Francisco General Hospital, explained his
mistletoe protocol.
-Raxit Jariwalla, Ph.D., of the Linus Pauling Institute, Palo Alto, CA,
described new vitamin C research.
-Osana Kandil, Ph.D., Zayed Institute for Immunological Research and
Medicinal Plants, Panama City, FL, explained the stimulation of the immune
system by an herbal preparation.
-And many, many others...
Since 1983, Robert Cathcart, M.D., has treated more than 250 HIV -
positive patients with megadoses of vitamin C, according to an article in the
Lancet. The sicker the patient the more ascorbic acid in water he can tolerate
before diarrhea sets in, Dr. Cathcart said. A healthy person can generally
tolerate only 10 to 15 grams of vitamin C in four to six divided doses over 24
hours before the tissues become saturated and diarrhea begins. But symptom-free
HIV-positive patients regularly tolerate 20 to 40 grams of vitamin C daily;
ARC or AIDS related complex patients 25 to 60 grams; and AIDS patients 30 to
200 grams daily without getting diarrhea. Dr. Cathcart theorizes that the
massive amounts are used up to fight the infection before enough is left to
cause diarrhea.
"Doses of 100 to 200 grams are tolerated in patients acutely ill, such as
those with acute pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP)," he said. "Oral doses
are encouraged to be at every hour at first. The frequency will vary with the
'toxicity' of the disease. The patient titrates the dose until it relieves the
toxic symptoms or almost produces diarrhea. During a crisis, doses may be taken
every fifteen minutes, but when the patient is completely symptom free, doses
may be taken only six times a day."
When doses of vitamin C close to tolerance are maintained consistently,
the depletion of harmful T-cells is sometimes slowed, stopped, or even reversed
for several years, he said.
When patients cannot tolerate megadoses of vitamin due to stomach upset,
or other gastrointestinal difficulties, Dr. Cathcart recommends intravenous
doses of sodium ascorbate (a form of vitamin C.) The shots are given during a
3-4 hour period one to three times daily, and oral doses of the vitamin are
given to tolerance level at the same time.
Vitamins and minerals are necessary for stimulating the immune system,
according to John D. Bogden and colleagues, who reported their study in "Annals
New York Academy of Science."
"The immune system utilizes tissue vitamins and trace element stores to
meet the demands of the challenges by infectious agents," they reported. "If
these stores are inadequate, immunity may be compromised. Thus, immunity is
highly dependent on vitamin and trace element status, and failure to detect
deficits of these nutrients could exacerbate the progression and/or severity of
HIV infection."
The study involved 26 males and four females. Seventeen had mild or severe
ARC; seven had AIDS; and six were asymptomatic. Eight of the volunteers had
lost 10 or more pounds during the previous six months.
Blood analysis showed that the patients averaged a thirty percent
deficiency in zinc; 27% in calcium, 30% in magnesium, 31% in carotenes, 50% in
choline, and 27% in vitamin C.
"Eighty-seven percent of the subjects had at least one abnormally low
value," the researchers said. "Percentages with above-normal values include
folic acid (37%) and cartine (37%). Some subjects with above-normal values for
plasma vitamins reported self-supplementation, usually with large doses. The
results suggest that one or more abnormally low concentrations of the plasma
micronutrients studied here are likely to be present in the majority of HIV
sero-positive patients."
Selenium and gluthione peroxidase, an antioxidant enzyme, are natural
substances which inactivate free radicals [ionized particles in the air and
food] and prohibit them from destroying cells and compromising the immune
system, according to Julian E. Spallholz, Ph.D., Texas Tech University,
Lubbock, in 'Antioxidant Nutrients and Immune Functions.' In addition to being
an antioxidant, selenium is crucial for health of platelets and lymphocytes
[red blood cells and the tissue which creates white blood cells.] The mineral
works with gluthione peroxidase in conjunction with arachidonic acid in the
formation of prostaglandins [lost me there, babe...]
Selenium has been used extensively to treat AIDS patients, because it and
other antioxidants provide protection for the microphages [white blood cells,
themselves.] The white blood cells are one of the body's defense mechanisms
against bacteria and other foreign invaders.
Hideaki Hagiwara, Ph.D., and scientists at the University of California at
San Francisco (UC@SF), have reported that an extract from barley leaves
inhibits further infection by the AIDS virus in a laboratory setting.
"It has already been found that there is an anti-viral activity in the
extract of green barley leaves," Dr. Hagiwara said. "We still need to
demonstrate whether it is effective to patients as an AIDS-curing drug.
However, we think we've obtained almost 100% effective results, in an
experimental stage."
Michael S. McGrath, Division of AIDS/Oncology at the UC@SF, and colleagues
there and in other agencies in California and Hong Kong, have reported that
trichosanthin, which is made from the root of the Chinese snakegourd
Trichosanthes kirilowii, inhibits the HIV virus in vitro.
"The anti-HIV activity of [the substance] in both acutely and chronically
affected cells of both lymphoid and mononuclear phagocytic lineage make it an
interesting candidate in HIV infection of AIDS," they reported in the
'Proceedings of the National Academy of Science' [A similar substance has been
extracted from the American castor bean - Daiv]
% Storm %
SLOPPY BEANS
A creamy version of Sloppy Joes for a quick, nourishing, hot open-faced
sandwich.
1 tablespoon oil 1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper 2 cups cooked black, brown, or red
2 tablespoons catsup bean, drained
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard 3/4 cup creamed cottage cheese
1/4 cup sour cream 2 to 3 whole wheat hamburger rolls,
biscuits, or 6 slices whole
grain toast
Heat oil in a large skillet and saute onion and pepper for 5 to 10
minutes until browned. Add beans and cook, mashing gently, for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients and stir over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes.
(Depending on cottage cheese, sauce will turn completely smooth or some curds
will remain.) Serve hot over bread base.
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Why Don't More Doctors Treat AIDS Holistically? | |
Editorial by Frank Murray | |
Editor of Better Nutrition for Today's Living |
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[To holistically treat a disease, is to identify what the body is missing
or has extra that is causing the symptoms that exist, to persist. Most doctors
do NOT treat any diseases holistically, instead treating each symptom, to make
that one symptom go away... only to return, because the actual problem was not
identified and solved. This maintains a steady client base, as no one actually
gets cured; they just come back in again and again to relieve the newest
exhibited symptom of what is really wrong. This is much the equivalent of
removing each combusted item from an inferno, rather than extinguishing it at
the base. There are many stories to illustrate this further, but I think you
get my point.]
I admire the courage required by basketball star "Magic" Johnson to
announce to the world that he was carrying the HIV virus that may eventually
develop into full-blown acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). But I am
pessimistic enough to believe that his painful ordeal will have little or no
effect on the long-term AIDS crisis.
If we are to save lives, we need someone of Johnson's stature to insist
that the government and/or private enterprise provide significant funding for
the Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine in Palo Alto, California,
or other holistically oriented research centers. These organizations are
dedicated to researching the effects of vitamin C, garlic, St. John's wort [a
root], echinacea [an herb], zinc, astragalus [an herb], selenium and other
holistic treatments for AIDS patients. Natural therapies like this, exercise,
and biofeedfack have few, if any, side effects. This is the way to save lives.
As I reviewed some recent studies on vitamin C, I was reminded of an
article in a popular health magazine in the 1980s. In that article, a
researcher at a New York university reported that he had filled dozens of test
tubes with the AIDS virus and then tested every substance in his laboratory to
see if anything would inactivate the virus. Three things did: vitamin C,
vitamin E, and the amino acid alanine. All three nutrients boost the immune
system and aid in the production of lymphocytes [tissue which produces white
blood cells -Daiv].
This startling revelation almost ranks alongside Dr. James Lind's
assertion that scurvy is caused by a vitamin C deficiency or Dr. Casimir Funk's
belief that beriberi is a vitamin B1 deficiency disease.
To my knowledge, the evidence was ignored. The researcher is no longer at
that university and has apparently never spoken about his findings. One can
only assume that someone told him to keep his discovery quiet, if he is
expected to get any grants from industry, since drug companies cannot make a
million dollars on natural, non-patented substances.
Although many holistic physicians treat AIDS patients with natural
therapies, it is often at a high cost. These dedicated doctors are often
ridiculed by their peers, and their names turn up on the black list published
by the ever present "quack busters."
Since it may be a decade before and AIDS vaccine is approved, why does The
Establishment continue to belittle the dedicated professionals who are using
natural therapies? For such an insidious disease, no one can really afford to
be omniscient.
In good health! Frank Murray
[ We've discovered that AIDS is not just a sex disease, but a disease caused
by infecting the bloodstream. In the following article, Anesthesia discusses
some precautions when getting tattooed.]
*-*-*-*-*-*-*-* Tattoo You *-*-*-*-*-*-*-*
by Anesthesia
With all the talk in this issue about disease, I felt I should share my
views on this topic. (Also, to test David Lightman's skills as an editor. :> )
[Thanks, I love a challenge - Daiv] Besides, I've learned some things lately
that disturb me.
Lately, tattoos have become a modern, acceptable thing. Body graffiti is
not just for overweight bikers any more. I have a growing collection and am
pleased with them. (Note: Daiv, Storm, and I all have tattoos.) I have heard
stories from people of all walks of life getting them.
Find a reputable shop and ask friends that have been there. Usually there
are a few people, regular customers, in the lobby, as tattoos are rather
addictive, that are more than willing to show you theirs. Talk to them and see
what they have to say. Also, visit several shops, if you can, to see what's
available to you in your area.
Remember that looking for the cheapest price is usually a bad idea. These
are permanent. If the artist makes a mistake, it could be hard to fix. (eg, One
of the eyes on one of mine, has a line that is too long because someone hit the
chair while the artist did the work.) The artist did a great job of covering
it up. I can still, however, tell that it's wrong. [I can't - Daiv] Fixes can
cost a great deal more than the original design.
Don't be afraid to ask the artist if he has a book of his own designs or
will do one of your own. Most don't mind and are proud to do this.
Always make sure that the shop uses fresh, sterile needles. They are
making thousands of punctures [per minute] into the skin. That raises the
chance of infection or spreading disease quite a bit. Another important factor
is that the artist wear surgical gloves! They are highly resistant to spreading
disease. Although I hate to stereotype, I have met quite a few artists that do
drugs. [All three that I have hired, do - Daiv] This, in itself, increases the
chance of spreading AIDS. If they don't wear gloves, request it. If they won't,
make an excuse to go to another shop!
To dispel a certain myth: there are parts of the anatomy, where the
process hurts. But, in general, it isn't too uncomfortable. If it was, would so
many people get them? I think not.
For those interested, good luck and be safe. If you ever see someone with
a skull on their right arm with 'Anesthesia' written under it - It's probably
me!
[ As AIDS has been traditionally associated with homosexuals, and was
created to wipe out homosexuals and intravenous drug users in one swipe...
Here's a sampling of how the public in general also can view alternative
lifestyles as a threat! - People who are stuck in their ways, and want others
to stop what they are doing and to comply with their beliefs!
This article reminds me of a poem that I will attempt to relay to feeling
of, as I don't have it completely memorized. This was originally written about
the holocaust, in the 50's.
First they came for the Jews,
But I was silent, I am not a Jew.
Then they came for the Christians,
I said nothing, I am not a Christian.
Then they took the Catholics.
I did nothing. I am not Catholic.
Finally, they came for the Protestants,
I cried for help... to no avail,
there was no one left to hear my screams.
- Unknown
We may be next...]
Colorado Passes Anti-Gay Amendment!
by Bruce Finley and Michael Booth
Colorado political leaders, last month, launched plans for a legal war on
Amendment 2, while Gay Rights activists promised a national boycott of the
state until it is overturned.
The measure, approved by a 53% to 47% ratio, in last month's statewide
election would ban civil rights protections for gays and repeal existing
anti-discrimination ordinances in Denver, Boulder, and Aspen.
Denver officials said they would file a lawsuit within ten days to
overturn the measure. By mid-afternoon, the American Association of Physicians
for Human Rights, a gay and lesbian doctors group had cancelled plans to hold
its August 1993 convention, with several hundred delegates in Denver. "It's
inconceivable to us to spend our money in a state that endorses discrimination
against us," said executive director, Benjamin Schatz.
Other amendment opponents said they planned an effort similar to the
boycott against Arizona when state officials refused to create a holiday
honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. "Every penny not spent in Colorado, will be
spent elsewhere, and that's how it works, by pennies," said Martin Hiraga,
spokesman for the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force in Washington, D.C.
Representative of Colorado for Family Values, the group that backed
Amendment 2, said a gay boycott won't hurt Colorado.
"What about all of those who will want to come here because this state is
not a bastion of gay rights?", said C.F.V. founder Tony Marco. [Whatta jerk!
Like anyone wants to live in a state that specifically denies ANYone rights! -
Daiv] "I think the economic benefits of THOSE people will be far greater."
Marco also chided civic leaders for trying to overturn the new amendment.
"It's regrettable that the governor is unwilling to abide by the expressed will
of the people," he said from Colorado Springs, where the amendment drew its
strongest support.
Colorado is the only state in the nation where voters have banned laws
protecting gays.
The outcome brought hundreds of protestors to the state capitol, for a
candlelight vigil last night. Loud chants of "No more hate!" reverberated
through the grounds.
Denver will file a legal challenge within ten days, Mayor Wellington Webb
said yesterday. Webb said the amendment violates the state constitutions
home-rule provision, which gives some cities authority to make their own laws.
Some legal experts said the amendment also violates the 14th amendment to
the U.S. Constitution, which gives citizens equal protection under the law.
Aspen and Boulder, likely, will join Denver as plaintiffs in the lawsuit, said
Denver city attorney, Dan Muse. A coalition of private groups, including the
ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union), Colorado Legal Initiatives Project, and
Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, will bankroll the lawsuit.
As the state's top legal officials, Gov. Roy Romer and Atty. General, Gale
Norton, likely will be named as defendants, despite Romer's furious opposition
to the amendment. Romer's lawyer, Cole Finnegan, said he's researching the law,
but noted that the governor "is obliged, constitutionally, to execute the laws
of the state."
Romer called a morning meeting after amendment opponents marched through
downtown until 2 am yesterday to protest the vote. At the meeting, Romer told a
crowd of about 600 people the amendment passed because of "a gross, gross
misunderstanding that needs to be corrected."
U.S. Representative Pat Schroeder, of Denver said: "Some of you have
asked: 'Where am I going to move to?' Don't Move! FIGHT! Stay here and fight!"
Alamosa nurse, Vicky Clark confronted Romer saying she has already been
discriminated against. "I just applied for a job," said Clark, 43. "I didn't
get it. I was qualified, but they knew I was gay. Now I may have to come to
Denver to work."
In a telephone call to the Denver Post, San Francisco investor, John
Snipes, said he and his lover, are cancelling plans to move to Colorado because
of the amendment.
"What this tells me, is that there is definitely hate fostered by half of
the voting community in Colorado," Snipes said. "I don't want to know that
there is somebody out there who has been given permission to draw a bead on me
because of the initiative."
The Colorado ski industry may also become a boycott target.
Fred Kohn, president of the International Gay Travel Association said he
has already begun discouraging clients from visiting the state. Kohn said his
association includes agencies that handle $1 billion in annual travel spending.
Aspen's annual Gay Ski Week, which fills hotels and restaurants with more
than 3,000 skiers, also is in jeopardy. "I do not want to be punitive to the
Aspen community, but I think the state of Colorado has to understand that they
cannot get away with this kind of discrimination," said Los Angeles travel
agent Robin Tyler, who helps publicize the ski weekend.
Deb Cirksena, of Nebraska, a lesbian who has skied in Colorado for 24
years, called after learning of the vote. Cirksena said she will no longer
visit the state and will discourage her friends from coming also. "I spend a
lot of time and money in Colorado, and that will likely come to an end," she
said.
Some amendment opponents called on gays statewide to openly declare their
sexuality, arguing that more people will realize they know individuals affected
by the amendment. Oregon voters defeated a stern measure to limit gay rights.
Backers of that proposal said they will try again with a measure modeled on the
new Colorado Law. [Which was confusing, and misled voters! - Daiv]
[For a more in depth attack on the supposed equal protection under the law that
is constantly known as not being so, here's another by George Knoblauch...]
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Equal Protection? | | by
George T. Knoblauch |
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This illegal grab of power by all branches of government is called
usurpation. It is: "to seize and hold (a position, power, etc.) by force or
without legal right." As you can see, this is exactly what has been happening
in our great country.
A law professor, Raoul Berger of Harvard University, made the statement:
"On the contrary, it is never too late to challenge the usurpation of power...
-- Usurpation -- the exercise of power not granted is not legitimated by
repetition."
A great many people realize this but those in government wouldn't be
overjoyed for you and I to know it. And they would be even less happy when we
take the action that the professor recommends. As he says, just because a
practice has been going on for a long time does not make it legal.
If it was against the law when it started, no amount of talking or usage
will make it within the law now. Ignoring of our Constitution and the assuming
of powers we did not grant has to be stopped.
Carved in the stone face on the Supreme Court building is the statement:
"Equal Protection Under the Laws."
Compare that statement with the state of our protection today. It's
apparent that it was carved a long time ago.
Their decisions today just serve to justify some government action, not to
protect a citizen's rights.
Let's see, what did their oath say? That they will "administer justice
without respect to persons, and do equal right to the poor and the rich.. "
Perhaps they are administering justice without respect to persons and
that's how they now use their power only to justify some governmental action?
This is equal protection under the laws?
Can you think of any rich and/or powerful person who gets the same justice
as the average citizen? How about some members of Congress who ignore (break)
the law and nothing is done to satisfy justice? How about Nixon? There was no
right for Ford to issue that pardon. How about Spiro Agnew? (Spiro who?) Our
ex-vice president pleaded guilty to tax evasion. Anything happen to him? No!
How about a Kennedy who swam away from his car and didn't report the incident
for over eight hours? What if that were you or I? Does that oath mean they can
disrespect any person they choose and then administer justice as they define
it? Equal protection indeed.
This is el toro caca and their duty is still to protect the American
citizen from illegal and unlawful practices by the government. We have the
absolute right to demand and expect protection from the judicial branch, not
persecution.
The issue of the independence of federal judges is of importance to us. If
they are not independent of the other two branches of government, we can't
expect protection from them if their opinion will go against some other part of
government.
If they are not independent, we get into what is called 'collusion' which
is "acting together through a secret understanding." The law dictionary is
more specific in it's definition: "A secret combination, conspiracy, or concert
of action between two or more persons for fraudulent or deceitful purpose."
Look at what's been going on lately... with the beginning of the so called
tax rebellion, the Internal Revenue Service, way back in 1973, has been
conferring with federal judges on the necessity of handing out prison sentences
in tax cases.
This has been revealed in IRS memos which were received through the
Freedom of Information Act. The minutes of a meeting of IRS officials show that
they have been conferring with US attorneys and judges to point out the
problems they are having with 'tax protestors.' [More on the Internal Revenue
Service and Tax Evasion in a later issue!!]
One recommendation of the memo was to "Wage a campaign to educate U.S.
attorneys and federal judges with the importance of prison sentences on cases."
This is just one area where the "secret combinations" are going on that we
know of... In how many other areas is our central government conducting the
same type educational campaigns for U.S. attorneys and federal judges?
I guess the recommended prison sentences do not apply to an ex-vice
president.
Is there any way a citizen could feel they are being afforded the
protection of a judicial branch in a situation as we have it today? Hardly.
There would be only one in a hundred judges that could make an honest decision
after all the brainwashing by the other branches of government.
This could easily be defined as "action of two or more persons for a
fraudulent or deceitful purpose." The very definition of collusion! And judges
are to make impartial decisions?
Alexander Hamilton, in The Federalist Papers, had some strong words on the
function of the judicial branch of our new government that judges are to be
interpreters of the law and "It is impossible to keep the judges too distinct
from every other avocation than that of expounding the laws. It is peculiarly
dangerous to place them in a situation to be either corrupted or influenced by
the executive."
With that statement in mind, to what branch of government does the
Internal Revenue Service belong? Why, to the executive of course!
As was pointed out, an adverse decision can be appealed to the next higher
level of the judicial system. If the answer of the higher court is the same, in
face of significant constitutional challenges, better check the definition of
the word collusion again.
It is a bit suspicious to note decisions in these so-called case law books
that are on similar issues around the country all with the same decisions, even
many words being similar.
These generally seem to occur after the judicial system has had its annual
conference. Strange? Is this where our socially redeeming issues are discussed?
The nature of the decisions certainly suggest at least that.
It was reported in a book on American Jurisprudence that the Supreme Court
now wants to become involved in the area of foreign affairs. Can you imagine
the nerve of these people? They must figure they have been able thus far to
invade any area they desire and their next target is to be foreign affairs.
Where do they find the authority for this trespass on powers reserved to
another branch of the central government? Did the people authorize it?
Now the new chief justice, in a speech before a national meeting of the
Bar Association, (his fraternity buddies) asks members to help stop this trend
to 'federalize' crimes. He insists the courts are now overworked and by making
more crime a federal issue, the courts will be overwhelmed. Aw... makes you
want to cry! Why doesn't he request the Congress eliminate all federalized
crimes for which they have no authority to try?
One area we can point to that shows clearly the judicial branch is
amending the Constitution by decree to violate Article V (Amendment process),
is concerning the writ of habeas corpus. The Constitution is plain and
definite...
"The Writ of Habeas Corpus shall not be suspended, unless when in
cases of Rebellion or Invasion the public Safety may require it."
Congress is the only branch of government given power in the Constitution
to suspend the Writ.
The judicial department does it all the time by refusing to consider the
petition, refusing to grant the writ, refusing to act on the petition or
requiring specific forms to apply for a writ, etc. Of course, their argument is
that they are overworked and underpaid so they have to concentrate on important
issues which is a load of hogwash.
The Writ cannot be suspended and if it is, it is only the Congress who has
the authority to do so! There are basic requirements spelled out in our
Constitution which must be followed and not changed by edict by a branch of our
government which has no right to make a law.
Donations are accepted. Proceeds go to further investigative costs.
GEORGE T. KNOBLAUCH
P. O. Box 818
Castroville, TX 78009
[Last issue, that part was unintentionally not included. Is included in this
issue, so that potential contributors will find George's address...]
[Here's a bit about Anesthesia and I securing some data under the Freedom of
Information Act... ;> ]
:::: Adventures in Trashing ::::
as related by Anesthesia
It seems like a few of you that have read issue #1 are still missing
the point on Dumpster Diving. Either that or you want to hear more about other
people doing it. So Lightman and I hit the road, deciding to prove our point as
to the value of this past time. Here's how it went:
Since we weren't very familiar with the city, we started very early in the
evening, casing places of interest. To do this, we found several typical strip
malls and checked out dumpster type, location, and ease of access, as well as
the hours of operation of the businesses they were for. Many of the ones we
found were of the compressor type that offer poor outside access, but we still
found a few very interesting ones and wrote these down. (Very important to take
notes of good sites, it's easy to forget which ones are best.) We even walked
around quite a bit to find the dumpster in one mall, but ended up finding a
cool, abandoned building and a dumpster behind a computer store and real estate
office.
We went to Denny's and waited until prime trashing time... Dark! So that
gave us some time to make plans for the night and have a little fun. Our
waitress was a real witch and that made it even more fun. It just struck me a
little odd that Denny's are usually a good spot to meet interesting folks, but
I guess it was a bit early. (BTW, this is a tradition long held by me. I always
go to a Denny's and wait for dark before trashing.)
So then we got started, much of what we found was totally useless, but we
did come up with some excellent manuals and a lot of carbon atoms ;), We also
grabbed a sofa and chair that we plan on selling. So, not too bad overall,
especially for a first night in a fresh city. Now that we have some prime
targets, we are going to build a database of targets, as well as their quirks
and 'safe' times.
Some things you will want to be sure to bring are a flashlight, with a red
filter for the lens, and a BIG box. You can take the box to separate the good
trash from the bad. It's a good idea to sort through your pile every now and
then and dump what's not useful in some other poor sod's dumpster.
Good luck and remember to look before you leap! I was almost injured on a
board with some nails sticking out of it. Be careful and have some idea what
you're jumping on or poking through.
Anesthesia SG
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Editorial on "Frayed Ends of Sanity"
By: Anesthesia
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Well, it seems my board is not as supportive of my creative efforts as I
thought. My partner (Harvester of Sorrow) and I had a brief disagreement over
the subject content of Phirst Amendment and he has refused to carry some issues
of it. The decision of what issues he decides to carry will be based on his
judgement. The issues to be found there may not end up being a complete set. I
assume this means that the issues will only be those containing no information
considered illegal or immoral. Mainly the board is used to help people
understand virii and prevent them (in fact, when I get home again I will finish
testing my new virus scanner) as well as express their views on certain areas.
We try not to censor anything written on the board (within reason) and this
does not mean we will start. We just don't want to get busted unnecessarily.
The hassle of an arrest would complicate our lives to an extreme point.
So now I guess we need a home board to maintain our files again. This
definitely is a setback this early on, but it can't be helped. If a few of you
find our issues helpful or interesting then simply pay us back by sending this
issue around as well as to the EFF where anyone can get them.
Sorry about the inconvenience this may cause, but I can't do much about
it.
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Review: The Hacker Files
By: Anesthesia
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For those that haven't heard of it yet, there is a new comic book (it's
about five months old now) called "Hacker Files!". It is scheduled as a 12
issue maxi series (currently on issue five) and is well worth reading.
The writer seems to have an unnatural insight on exactly what is going on
in the underground lately. In fact, they are currently covering the E911
Scandal and Operation Sun Devil [Called Moon Witch in the comic.] The names
have been changed (to protect the "guilty") but the story line is amazingly
close to the experience as it unfolded.
The excellent thing about this is that they are showing a different side
to hacking and not condemning it. Plus, the writing also states things in ways
people will understand that are not involved. The remarkable illustrations also
assist in this.
I rate this series very high in my collection and enjoy reading it. It's a
far cry from a Cliff Stoll novel too! Well worth the effort to find.
Also, if enough interest is generated in the comic (by sales and letters)
it has been hinted at that it may be extended past its 12 issue scheduled
limit. So ask your local comic shop to carry this fine comic and give it a try.
I assure you that you will enjoy it.
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Book Review: "Hacker Crackdown" by Bruce Sterling $
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[I am not sure why Sir Galahad chose that particular border for this review...
but I'll leave it the way it is... I'll assume there's a meaning behind it. -
Daiv]
Written by Anesthesia
I have been expecting this book for a long time. I was beginning to think
it would never get released. So I stopped looking for it. Sure enough, as soon
as I stopped looking for it-it's released.
Bruce Sterling has long been the "King of Cyberpunk" and it is a well
deserved title. His current work is not a techno-crime science fiction, but a
true life documentation of the computer underground.
It begins with an excellent history of the phone company. I really enjoyed
learning about how the company I love to thrash was started as well as all it's
mutations throughout the many years.
Then he spends a great deal of well used space discussing the
"definitions" and the " why's" of the many forms of the underground. This was
an absolute delight to read about some old friends that are both
retired/otherwise gone and still lurking around. I also like the mention of the
"look but don't harm" hacker ethic that so many people forget about.
The other major parts of the book cover the opposing side of view. In
other words, the "might and right" of the law. I found this part fascinating as
well. The views expressed show me how outsiders view our culture. A view I
always love to hear. It makes for very interesting debates.
Although the book is currently only available in hardback, it's well worth
the $23.00 to buy it. Ask for it at your local bookstore.
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BBS Connection
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Board Name: Chivalry! Phone Number: (303)988-7897 System Type: IBM Software
Type: PC Board Sysop(s): ? Speeds: 1200/2400/4800/14.4k/57.6k NUP: NA
Other Info: An excellent board with very diversified interests. Mainly
concerned with virus research, it does not support piracy, hacking, or
phreaking; so don't ask! Also has an excellent stock of public domain/
shareware. Well worth the call.
The following is from an interview with Chuck Price, sysop of Chivalry! The
exclam is part of the name...
[Have you heard of Phirst Amendment?]
Haven't seen it around here...Course I usually only read the 40Hex, Nuke
InfoJournal, CryptLetter, and DA's stuff as its all virus related. CUD, Phrack,
etc, I usually don't read.
[Why does your board focus mainly on viruses?] My main focus here, as you'll no
doubt see is PD/Shareware stuff. No elite, no carding, no phreaking... I do
have about 900 or so viruses online in a PRIVATE conference. I decide on a
case-by-case basis who and what I allow. The reasons for this:
1) I believe that all PC users have a right to understand for themselves the
danger of viruses. It makes me sick to see the overrated threats issued by the
media and software developers cause unnecessary panic among users. I feel that
it is in the interest of the media to create panic to sell airtime/readership
and it is in the interest of authors to sell software.
2) I also feel that these (authors/media) do not meet the needs of the PC user
in terms of informing them of the threat of viruses. The true threats that is.
How can a virus attack a PC? How can a virus be found? What can't a virus do?
There's too many myths and too little information. Media likes panic and
numbers (stats). Authors like to say "Buy this and you'll be fine" No one says
WHY!
[Here Here! I applaud your action to inform the public at large. I believe that
you would find 1a.1 and its siblings very informative and supportive of ideals
that you have mentioned. Publishing the truth rather than hype for media
bucks.. May I use what you've said and may say in an 'interview' article?]
Sure. I don't mind a bit. 'Course the good ol' thought police won't like it.
[Do they ever?!? So... What's changed?? Not a lot. I hope that enough people
soon enough, can wake up enough to keep us from killing ourselves with
ignorance...]
No kidding. Do you have any other questions? No rush for me, just don't want to
waste your dime.
[I am a volunteer... What it costs... it costs. Oh well... anyway, I'd like to
'babble' for lack of a better term about things you'd like to see change, that
kinda thing, if you've the time and the inclination..]
Sure...I'm really not a revolutionary, everything must change type. I even
voted for Bush! :) ...can't win 'em all....but as far as the virus industry
goes. I see too much of what is in my opinion misleading or false. And the
companies/authors should and probably do know better. Example: NOVI an
anti-virus product, claims to be able to catch ALL known and unknown viruses.
Yet the brochure offers that updates to the software are regularly avail...for
$$$ of course. 1) NO software can claim to catch everything new that comes
along. McAfee's SCAN which catches the most "known" viruses doesn't even do
this. F-PROT which catches most unknown viruses through heuristics can be
defeated by simple programming techniques. 2) If it did catch everything, why
is it necessary to purchase updates? In my opinion, authors get away with too
much because consumers and the legal system do not understand the problem. A
major contributor to this is America's willingness to believe without seeing.
[Wow... sounds like they're almost 'out to screw us over'. That the feeling you
get?]
Yes. Although there isn't malice. Just a desire for the almighty dollar.
[Oh... YEAH! GREED! I've heard of that... Big motivator in these here parts...
I really cannot think of anything specific to ask, as you've pretty much
covered all the bases for me... Is there any advice, as it were, that you'd
like to give computer users (our viewing public at this time...)]
Well, I'm not saying that the products are useless. Anything that limits the
risk is worthwhile, just maybe not worth the asking price. The most important
thing to do is to get an understanding for yourself of what viruses can and
cannot do. The rampant claims of wanton damage wreaked by viruses, the scare
tactics too often employed, need to be seen through. Your own understanding of
your risks and the threats to your data is your best weapon. And backup often!
:)
[Essentially, Don't just believe everything Big Brother and his consort Media
Man feed you.. See for yourself... Learn about it... Figure out what it's about
without intervention?]
Absolutely. And in closing...why are companies that write AV software afraid of
individuals who exchange known viruses? Is it because they might infect a few
PCs like they claim? Or is it because they realize that someday, one of these
people could compete with their own product on a level they are unready to
face?
[I really appreciate your time. I was wondering if you would occasionally come
up with sort of an article dealing with recent developments from your
viewpoint?]
Sure. My main concern is about viruses and the information regarding them, but
I'd be happy to put together a better article containing what my view is.
[Excellent. I think that, regarding viruses, people want to know what's going
on!]
As well they should!
[That concludes our interview of Chuck Price: Sysop and closet idealist]
[Now for my favorite part, where you, our viewing audience, participate in the
discussion...
'Do we have a caller??' 'Good.' 'Caller... are you there?' (looking upward)]
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Gnus around town | |
compiled by David Lightman |
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Skinhead: The first idea derived from seeing a youth with a shaved head or
even wearing combat boots. The word "skinhead" is one of violence and racism.
Thanks to the efforts of tabloid television, all skinheads are quickly
identified.
This gross assumption is definitely wrong. Several non-racist skin
factions exist among our American sub-cultures. SHARPs [Skinheads Against
Racial Prejudice], for example, bear values directly opposite in polarity to
the Aryan groups they're associated with. The skinheads against racial
prejudice originated in the central Florida area.
More well known, the Straight-Edge movement denounces violence and
substance abuse, seeking to promote unity among people of all races.
It is, indeed, difficult at first not to respond as our media's conditions
would have us. But with a little thought, you can avoid jumping to the wrong
conclusion. Common sense would denote a Nazi skin by Swastikas or other
symbolage upon his person. White laces in the boots would represent belief in
White Power. Straightedgers have a large, black 'X' on the back of their
hand(s).
Condemning every skinhead is equally atrocious, if not quite as severe, as
the racist actions that tear our society at the seams.
by Dr. 8ball
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Educational Products Group
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information contact Biker's BBS at (414)365-0304 or Berglund Insurance at
(800)537-2555.
by Harley Davidson
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In the quest to bring you better and better articles, we get several good
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pleased with their fast service and discretion. If you have an interest, it's
probably covered somewhere in their catalog. So, write today for the catalog
and tell them Phirst Amendment (the newsletter) sent you! You will definitely
enjoy the whole catalog.
by Anesthesia
Covington, KY - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Subject: New Tax Bill Being
Debated at 2 a.m. EDT
October 6, 1992
Just some current events, happening as I write. I'm watching C-SPAN's coverage
of the U.S. House of Reps debate of the "Tax and Urban Aid Bill." This is
basically the main tax code bill.
It's nearly 2 a.m., Eastern time, though only 11 p.m out here in California (so
I'll be able to watch the circus for a few more hours).
What's shocking--but not surprising--is that nearly all the members getting up
to speak are freely admitting they have almost no idea of what's in the several
hundred page bill! This is the last day of the session, so they're all sitting
there at 2 a.m. (and they may still be there by the time some of you read this
Tuesday morning!), getting increasingly punchy...the better to debate such a
bill, I suppose.
We in the U.S. will be living with the consequences of bills like this for
years, bills written by staffers and unseen by our elected representatives (not
that that would make a huge difference!). Some taxes are being cut, but others
are increasing. Riders are attached to punish some, reward others. (Needless to
say, cutting spending in a serious way is not considered seriously.)
The old saw is that one should never see sausages--or law--being made. I
disagree--watching how this process operates is highly instructive, if
depressing.
(Final update before I sign off: It's after 2, now, and they're barely making
progress. This may go on 'til dawn. And none of them admits to knowing what's
in the bill!)
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Once a woman is helped to see that her perceptions are valid and that it
is all right to want to blame and feel like a victim, she can begin moving into
the rage stage...
THE FIRST MYTH is that the White Male System is the only thing that exists...
THE SECOND MYTH is that the White Male System is innately superior...
THE THIRD MYTH is that the White Male System knows and understands
everything...
THE FOURTH MYTH is that it is possible to be totally logical, rational, and
objective."
Women's Reality
An Emerging Female System in a White Male Society
Anne Wilson Schaef
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !
Feedbag! ! ! Where goats eat your letters ! ! (after we
read them...) !
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
First I'll share some of the more positive responses...
To : David Lightman #45 Subj: Re: Feedback
DL> I was just curious if you've read the Phirst Amendment newsletter
I've uploaded... What did you think? Do you care?
Well since you asked I went ahead and read it.. I liked it very much..!! Very
informative and educational.... So tell me more about it.. Is there anything I
can do to help..??
Weasel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - To: David Lightman <dlightma@nyx.cs.du.edu>
Lemme know if there's something you want written up on drugs... And it'd help
if I had an idea of what you'd like to publish...
And actually, I was thinking that the net needed a virtual mag exactly like
this awhile ago.... weird...
Re: factual
Would you consider more of an opinion piece? like for example, I've been
thinking of writing one on a presentation of various alternatives to the drug
war, various programs that need to be considered WRT the drug issue (ie. things
like alternative drug treatment programs), various issues that arise from the
pharmacology and neurochemistry of drugs, and finally issues commonly not
considered WRT legalization...
LG
Univ. of Washington
[Glad you liked it... I hope we get some good articles from you. I promise that
we will do our best to maintain the highest integrity, and detail in this and
future issues!] - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - To: dlightma@nyx.cs.du.edu Subject: phirst amendment
Thanks for sending me that issue. I take it you want archive space? If so,
looks like no problem. BTW, many of the lines in that mag are well over 80
characters and don't really come out too well paging through it on a Unix
machine. To maintain cross-platform compatibility, I generally prefer to get
stuff saved as text with linebreaks, and lines no longer than 80 characters.
I can include it in advertisements for the site that I pump out to a variety of
usenet groups, and of course I will u/l it to the local BBSs, since there are a
few elites around here that have interest in that sort of stuff. (That's how I
keep my ratios up, since I'm not a warez collector.) I will print out a copy so
I can easily tell which lines are too long.
There's currently not any sort of space shortage on the ftp sites, so I won't
have any problem archiving as many as you can send on... That site is
red.css.itd.umich.edu and that's the site that has a writeable incoming
directory, as well as an official EFF/Computer Underground Digest mirror, and a
spot for Factsheet Five. There's also a BBS running on it -- you can telnet in
and type "bbs" at the login prompt. It is not a p/h kind of BBS -- it is just
for politics, but you're welcome to show up if interested.
You should presently find Phirst Amendment on both sites in the directory
/poli/Phirst.Amendment.
Paul
University of Michigan
[Paul later went on to mention specifically which lines had problems with being
too long for UNIX machines. We have fixed them. The content is the EXACT same,
but the line formatting is a little different. So, there ARE two different
versions out there, but no REAL difference.
Thanks a LOT! Paul - Daiv] - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - >From : Slick To : David Lightman Title: Re: Phirst
Amendment...
I looked at it... it was pretty cool... I don't have any suggestions...
---Slick---
[Short, succinct, right to the point... Glad you liked it!] - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [We also got... ONE!!!
negatory response here it is along with a short bio of the guy... and I thought
*I* was verbose!]
From: Cosma R. Shalizi Subject: Re: Phirst Amendment To: dlightma@nyx.cs.du.edu
(David Lightman)
Dear sir:
I received, and read with some interest, your "First Amendment" magazine.
Since, however, it appears to be mostly dedicated to the advocacy of political
causes to which I am at best indifferent and at worst violently opposed, I
suggest that for the sake of all concerned my name be removed from your
distribution list. I would be interested to know how it got on there in the
first place.
Thank you in advance,
Cosma Rohilla Shalizi
In Real Life: lizi@ocf.berkeley.edu
larval physicist
[I doubt he'll read this, since he's violently opposed to the concepts we
follow. His plan, essentially, is to rule the world through force, violence,
and deceit. It is quite long and am not sure how he would feel about publishing
his bio... but these people REALLY exist... it is not a hoax... Right in our
own backyard (the Networks of the ComputerWorld)] - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - All in all, I am most pleased
with the response. 26 positive responses and ONE! negative response. Pleased
some Free-Thinkers and pissed off a suppressive hoarder... All in a days
work... Thanks for reading.
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ADDENDUM:
Apologies:
It seems that issue #1 was released approximately one year earlier than it
should have been... The issue is dated November 4, 1993... It really was
released in 1992!
It also seems that some illiterate boob, I have a hunch who it is, adulterated
the copy of 1a.1 that was on my hard drive. They changed the tense of some
verbs and changed words so that they were misspelled. This person also turned
many of the indentations of five spaces into tabs, which some of you have
mentioned cause formatting difficulties. This situation has been remedied on
some sites, but there are some versions out there that make me look illiterate
and incompetent... It's not my fault!
It appears that Cheap Shades' name was 'bastardized' in the previous bio on me.
I accidentally called him Cool Shades. My apologies to Cheap Shades, and my
thanks to Taran King for pointing it out to me. It's been quite awhile, and I
either said the wrong thing or it got lost in the translation. But once again,
my apologies.
In our first issue mentioned in 'Gnus' that you should write to
'Phrack@StormKing.com.' This was an error caused by our rushed deadline and
thus our lack of ability to verify the information. The correct address is
'Listserv@StormKing.com' - this is a wonderful service and we apologize to the
folks at Phrack for this misprint. Check out Phrack 40 for more details on the
service!
Corrections: I believe I've found another mistake in issue #1. Our Internet
address was printed, at least once, as DLightman@nyx.cs.du.edu. It should be
DLightma@nyx.cs.du.edu instead. This 'abbreviation' is due to the character
limitations on the UNIX system we use.
Want ads:
In our attempts to secure a larger volunteer staff, we have been asked
what our plans are for future issues. Well, here they are... along with their
issue numbers and planned date of release. These are not the end, but we can
only go so far ahead of ourselves.
.1 Nov '92-Money .4 Dec '92-AIDS .9 Jan '93-Social Security
Administration .10 Feb '93-UFO's (already HUGE! - but keep 'em coming!) .19 Mar
'93-Credit (Companies, Manipulation, etc.) .24 Apr '93-IRS & Tax Strategies
(moved back due to research difficulties and quantity of data to sift
through) .31 May '93-Fraud (Tutorial/Protection) .40 Jun '93-Mysterious
Deaths & Disappearances .51 Jul '93-Banks & Banking .64 Aug '93-Identity: What
it's based upon & How to change it! .79 Sep '93-Lawyers & Law: Politicians &
Puritan Oil:How THEY affect US. .90 Oct '93-Government Waste .A9 Nov
'93-POW/MIA's
NOTE! on distribution of this file:
Issue #1 has been circulated quite a bit around a few areas and a bit on
Internet. [eg. England, Germany, Australia] If you find our articles of
interest then please pass this file around in your local area, as well as
anywhere on any Net you can. Writing us a letter via Internet will almost
assure future issues directly to you. We realize that there are many places on
Internet we cannot reach or simply don't know
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