Theos-Talk Archives (March 1998 Message tt00051)

Yes, it could be related to the ES or Co-M.  Whatever the source, I'm deeply
concerned that an organization based upon fraternity, and talks of promoting
"understanding and fellowship among people of all races, nationalities,
philosophies and religions" is so filled with secrecy, intrigue and political game
playing.  I have to laugh at Ed Abdill's comment that if anyone "disagrees with
officials",  they might run for office.  For many of us, the debacle of Bing
Escudero's attempt to run for office is still fresh in our minds.  Ed, of all
people knows very well how nasty theosophical politics can get when someone not
sanctioned by the inner circle of power holders tries to enter that circle,
therefore I can only interpret his remark as an attempt to deflect the real
issues.

jhe

Lmhem111 wrote:

> In a message dated 98-03-04 17:02:14 EST, jhe writes:
>
> << So why does an organization that promotes  openness and freedom of inquiry
> need to have its employees march in lock step  and utter nothing lest it be
> cleared from the top?  What is the hidden agenda?   >>
>
> I think the penchant for secrecy stems from the ES mindset, where the
> proceedings and teachings are indeed kept secret. Some of the Wheaton higher-
> ups may also belong to Co-Masonry who are even more paranoid about their
> "secrets". This frame of mind spills over into the administration of the TS
> where the staff may belong to both or either of these organizations. They
> should be reminded that the TS should not be run like the ES or the Co-M, that
> the TS is an open organization where freely expressed opinions are allowed and
> where its officers are democratically elected (most of the time).
>
> Lmhem111
>
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