Thomas L. Friedman has seen the Devil (the regressive Dark Forces) at work.

“When I look at my country’s presidential contest, the first thought that comes to mind is that only the Devil himself could have designed this excruciating mess.

“Both men running for president right now are unfit for the job: One is a good man in obvious cognitive and physical decline, and the other is a bad man who lies as he breathes, whose main platform is revenge — and who is in his own cognitive tailspin.

“But the most important difference for the country — where you really see the Devil at work — is in the difference between the Democrats and the Republicans. The plain fact is that only one party in America’s two-party system is ready to defend our constitutional order anymore. The other party is interested only in gaining and holding power for the sake of it.

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“Of course, I will vote for Biden if he is the Democratic nominee. And you should, too. We have to do anything we can to stop Trump. But Democrats continuing to insist on putting him there are behaving with dangerous recklessness.

“I repeat: Just because we managed to barely survive the Trump stress test to our constitutional order once — not without some serious damage — does not mean our democracy can survive another four Trump years with his now Supreme Court-fortified sense of impunity. Especially if we combine the self-induced stress levels from a second Trump term with the boiling external stresses already building up around us.

“That would indeed be playing Russian roulette again — only this time with a fully loaded pistol. That’s a game only the Devil himself would design.”

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From the centre where the Will of God is known
Let purpose guide the little wills of men—
The purpose which the Masters know and serve.

From the centre which we call the race of men
Let the Plan of Love and Light work out.
And may it seal the door where evil dwells.

Let Light and Love and Power restore the Plan on Earth.

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THE HIDDEN SOURCE OF THE OUTER TURMOIL

January 1939

Another angle from which the world situation can be viewed with profit is to look for the hidden source of the outer turmoil. This is seldom what men think it is, for the source lies in the realm of energies and forces. As I explained elsewhere (The Destiny of the Nations, pages 3-47), there are three great streams of energy working powerfully in the world at this time and two others are also struggling for expression, making the five that—together—will determine the trend of world affairs. To repeat briefly:

1. The first and the most powerful force is that pouring into the world from Shamballa, the planetary centre where the Will of God is known. Only twice in our planetary [Page 72] history has this Shamballa energy made its presence felt directly: the first time, when the great human crisis occurred at the individualisation of man in ancient Lemuria; the second time, in Atlantean days in the great struggle between the Lords of Light and the Lords of Material Form, also called the Dark Forces. Today, this force streams out from the Holy Centre; it embodies the Will aspect of the present world crisis and its two subsidiary effects or qualities are:

a. The destruction of that which is undesirable and hindering in the present world forms (in government, religion and society).

b. The synthesising force which binds together that which has hitherto been separated.

The Shamballa force is so new and so unrecognised that it is hard for humanity to know it for what it is—the demonstration of the beneficent Will of God in new and potent livingness.

2. The second major force which is potently making itself felt today is that of the spiritual Hierarchy, the planetary centre where the Love of God holds sway, as it swings into one of its major cyclic approaches to the earth. The problem before the Hierarchy at this time is so to direct and control all five of the powerful energies that the Divine Plan can materialise, and the close of this century see the Purpose of God for humanity assuming right direction and proportion.
   
3. Humanity itself is the third major planetary centre through which one of the three divine aspects, Intelligence, is expressing itself, producing its world effects.

These three centres are closely interrelated and must be thought of as expressions of divine livingness, as embodying three stages in the unfoldment of God’s Plan, and as constituting the three major centres—Head, Heart, Throat—in the body of the One in Whom we live and move and [Page 73] have our being. Students can relate these three centres to the three solar systems, referred to in A Treatise on Cosmic Fire. In the first solar system, the centre which is Humanity was prepared and the principle of intelligence came into manifestation. In the second solar system, the Hierarchy of Love made its appearance and must come into full manifestation, thereby enabling the love of God to be seen. In the next solar system, the centre which we today call Shamballa, will manifest the Will aspect of Deity intelligently through love. It is interesting to note that it is only through human beings, that these three centres ever come into true functioning activity; and likewise that the three major ideologies (the totalitarian, the democratic, the communistic) may be the response—distorted and yet responsive—to the forces playing from the two higher centres on to the human. This we discussed earlier (The Destiny of the Nations, page 22).

Those of you who are seeking to serve humanity and to join in the Hierarchical effort to bring healing to a world in pain, must learn to penetrate behind appearances, behind the methods and schemes, the results and effects on the physical plane and endeavour to contact the forces of Shamballa or of the Hierarchy, plus the human need which has produced these modes of expression and thus see them for what they are—not worn out systems and childish efforts at improvement but embryonic plans whereby, eventually, may come release and the culture and civilisation of the New Age. If you are seeking to bring illumination into the dark places of the earth (which means into the minds of men), then you must yourselves see clearly and relate the abstract and the concrete in such a manner that, in your own lives, a working idealism may be seen; only so can a working idealism of a national, racial and human nature also be seen. The head as well as the heart must be used, and this many earnest people are apt to forget. Can you possibly work at high tension in this endeavour—a tension produced by the interrelation of the head and the heart, working out creatively through the [Page 74] throat centre, esoterically understood? In this last sentence I have expressed for disciples the nature of the effort they need to make.

It is in the recognition of what is happening to mankind as a whole and behind the scenes, that the thinkers of the world and the New Group of World Servers can best serve; it is the unfoldment of the human consciousness in response to the presented conditions in any country or countries that is of moment; the “human state of mind” is just beginning to focus itself on the things that matter and to express itself in a living fashion. The thinkers and servers must learn to concentrate upon the awakening consciousness and not upon the superficial movements. This awakening goes on apace and, my brothers, satisfactorily. The form or forms may suffer but the intrinsic awareness of man is becoming, during this century, expressively divine.

The two other forces which tend to increase the already prevalent tension in the world are:

4. The forces of materialism, streaming out into the three worlds from the so-called “Dark Forces” or Black Lodge, and from those groups of lives and workers which are the antithesis of the Great White Lodge.
   
5. The force emanating from that section of humanity which is found in every part of the world and which we call the Jewish people. What I say here has no specific reference to any individual; I am considering the world problem, centering around the Jews as a whole.

These two forces greatly complicate the problem by which humanity and the Hierarchy are faced, but it should be remembered that they also produce that balancing which is ever needed for the production of right conditions.

There is little that I can tell you about the Dark Forces. They are not the problems of humanity but that of the Hierarchy. The task of these Forces is the preservation of the form life and the working out of methods and aims which are inherent in the processes of manifestation. The Black Lodge, so-called, is occupied with the form aspect of [Page 75] manifestation; the White Lodge, with the consciousness aspect. It might, therefore, be stated that:

1. Shamballa is occupied with the life aspect in its graded impulses.
2. The Hierarchy is occupied with the consciousness aspect in its graded series of expansions.
3. The Black Lodge is occupied with the matter aspect in its multiplicity of forms.

Again, light may come to you, if you relate this triple statement to the three solar systems and to the three aspects of divinity. Evil or wrong, therefore, exists only when the emphasis is retained in the wrong aspect from the point of view of the unfoldment attained or when that which has been used and developed to the necessary point, holds the life or consciousness too long. Hence, my brothers, the beneficent nature of death.

The Forces of Darkness are powerful energies, working to preserve that which is ancient and material; hence they are pre-eminently the forces of crystallisation, of form preservation, of the attractiveness of matter, and of the lure of that which is existent in the form life of the three worlds. They consequently block deliberately the inflow of that which is new and life-giving; they work to prevent the understanding of that which is of the New Age; they endeavour to preserve that which is familiar and old, to counteract the effects of the oncoming culture and civilisation, to bring blindness to the peoples and to feed steadily the existing fires of hate, of separateness, of criticism and of cruelty. These forces, as far as the intelligent peoples of the world are concerned, work insidiously and cloak their effort in fair words, leading even disciples to express hatred of persons and ideologies, fostering the hidden seeds of hatred found in many human beings. They fan to fury the fear and hate of the world in an effort to preserve that which is old and make the unknown appear undesirable, and they hold back the forces of evolution and of progress for their own ends. These [Page 76] ends are as inscrutable to you as are the plans of the Ruler of Shamballa.

These are forces which it is well for you to recognise as existing, but there is little that you, as individuals or as groups, can do about them beyond seeing to it that there is nothing in you which could make you—unimportant as you are—a focal point for their efforts or an agent for the distribution of their peculiar type of energy—the energy of focussed and directed hate, of separation, of fear and pride. With them we who are connected directly with the Hierarchy have to deal, but you can aid more than you know through the regulation of thoughts and ideas, through the cultivation of a loving spirit and through the general use of the Great Invocation.

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I ask you, in this work, to concentrate upon the Shamballa and the Hierarchical forces. I ask you to regard yourselves [Page 79] as pure and unclogged channels and to seek only to be linked with the soul of each and all, whose nature is pure love, realised synthesis and divine potency.

It is essential, however, in spite of the work to which I have called these groups and which—as you know—is intended to lay the basis for the work of the esoteric schools of the future, that the members of all the groups realise that exoteric group work must also be undertaken. Too many in these groups are satisfied with the significance of their own group work and permit it to usurp the place of objective service.

If it is so hard, my brothers, to arouse aspirants, such as yourselves, to urgent service and a full sense of responsibility; if men and women with all the information that you possess cannot be aroused to sacrificing effort, you can gain some idea of the magnitude of the task with which the Hierarchy is confronted at this time. You can realise, perhaps, the sense almost of frustration which could sweep over me (if I were limited by any time concept) when, for instance, those to whom I look for cooperation, are preoccupied with their own affairs, have no sense of immediacy and prefer to concentrate upon their own development, their own families, their own problems, rather than achieve the larger world view which would lead to full cooperation. The averting of a world debacle is the aim of our effort and towards this aim I have asked your help.

Source: https://www.lucistrust.org/online_books/the_externalisation_the_hierarchy_obook/section_two_the_general_world_picture_part1

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The idea of the United States having a spiritual purpose has been explored by various scholars and philosophers. While concepts like “manifest destiny” and “American exceptionalism” are often discussed in more nationalistic or imperialistic terms, some thinkers have delved into the underlying spiritual and philosophical ideals that may have inspired the nation’s founders. Here are a few notable scholars and philosophers who have contributed to this discussion:

1. Dane Rudhyar

• Philosophical and Astrological Insights:
  • Rudhyar was a renowned philosopher and astrologer who emphasized the spiritual evolution and transformation of humanity. In his work, he suggested that the United States has a unique role in pioneering new forms of societal organization and consciousness.
• America’s Spiritual Mission:
  • Rudhyar believed that America’s spiritual mission was to develop a culture that integrates diverse traditions and fosters individual growth and collective harmony. He viewed the founding principles of liberty, equality, and the pursuit of happiness as central to this mission.

2. Manly P. Hall

• Esoteric Interpretations:
  • Manly P. Hall was a prolific author on esoteric and mystical subjects. In his seminal work, The Secret Teachings of All Ages, Hall discussed the influence of Freemasonry and other mystical traditions on the founding of the United States.
• Founding Fathers and Mysticism:
  • Hall argued that many of the Founding Fathers were influenced by esoteric and Masonic principles, which envisioned America as a new Atlantis—a place where enlightened governance and spiritual principles could flourish.
• Spiritual Blueprint:
  • According to Hall, the United States was meant to be a beacon of spiritual enlightenment and moral integrity, promoting principles of justice, freedom, and human dignity.

3. Ralph Waldo Emerson

• Transcendental Philosophy:
  • Emerson, a leading figure in the Transcendentalist movement, emphasized the spiritual and moral potential of individuals and societies. He believed that America’s purpose was to cultivate an environment where individuals could achieve their highest potential.
• Self-Reliance and Individualism:
  • Emerson’s philosophy of self-reliance promoted the idea that America’s greatness lay in its ability to foster independent thought and self-improvement, contributing to a collective spiritual awakening.

4. Thomas Paine

• Revolutionary Vision:
  • Thomas Paine, though primarily a political activist, imbued his works with a sense of moral and spiritual mission. In Common Sense and The Rights of Man, Paine argued for a society based on equality, justice, and the inherent rights of individuals.
• Moral Foundation:
  • Paine saw the American Revolution as not merely a political upheaval but a moral crusade to establish a just and equitable society, reflecting deeper spiritual values.

5. Gary Lachman

• Modern Esoteric Historian:
  • Gary Lachman, a contemporary writer on esoteric history, has explored the mystical and spiritual influences behind America’s founding. In his book The Secret Teachers of the Western World, he examines how esoteric ideas shaped the vision of America as a land of spiritual potential and renewal.

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The Secret Teachers of the Western World

Integration of Esoteric Traditions

Lachman argues that the founding of the United States was not merely a political or economic event but a pivotal moment in the spiritual evolution of humanity. His research highlights how esoteric traditions—including Hermeticism, Rosicrucianism, and Freemasonry—played a crucial role in inspiring the vision that the Founding Fathers had for the new nation. These traditions emphasized the development of personal wisdom, moral integrity, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.

Influence on the Founding Fathers

Many of the Founding Fathers, such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson, were not only political leaders but also individuals deeply interested in philosophy, science, and mysticism. Lachman points out that their engagement with esoteric thought influenced their approach to governance and their vision for the United States. This influence is evident in the symbolism and ideals embedded in American foundational documents and architecture.

Key Themes Explored by Lachman

1. Esoteric Symbolism in American Foundations

• The Great Seal of the United States: Lachman explores the significance of symbols like the all-seeing eye and the unfinished pyramid on the Great Seal, which reflect esoteric themes of divine oversight, enlightenment, and the continuous striving towards perfection.
• Architectural Symbolism: The design of important buildings in Washington D.C., such as the Capitol and the Washington Monument, incorporates Masonic and esoteric symbols that align with the vision of America as a land of spiritual ascent and enlightenment.

2. The Role of Freemasonry

• Masonic Principles: Freemasonry, with its secret rituals and emphasis on moral development and brotherhood, significantly influenced the Founding Fathers. In his book “Revolutionaries of the Soul: Reflections on Magicians, Philosophers, and Occultists,” Lachman details how Masonic lodges served as centers for discussing progressive ideas about governance, liberty, and human potential.
• Brotherhood and Equality: The Masonic ideals of brotherhood and equality resonated with the democratic values that the Founding Fathers sought to embed in the new nation, promoting a vision of a society where individuals could rise based on merit and virtue.

3. Rosicrucian Influence

• Mystical Pursuit of Knowledge: Lachman discusses how the Rosicrucian manifestos, with their call for a reformation of society based on esoteric wisdom and scientific inquiry, paralleled the intellectual climate of the Enlightenment that influenced the American Revolution.
• Vision of a New Atlantis: The Rosicrucian vision of a utopian society based on spiritual and scientific advancement influenced thinkers like Francis Bacon, whose idea of a “New Atlantis” inspired the conceptualization of America as a new beginning for humanity.

4. Hermetic Philosophy

• Unity of Science and Spirit: Hermeticism, with its belief in the unity of all knowledge and the interconnectedness of the material and spiritual worlds, provided a philosophical foundation that encouraged the integration of spiritual principles into the practical realm of governance.
• Personal and Collective Transformation: Hermetic teachings emphasized the transformation of the individual through knowledge and virtue, paralleling the transformative aspirations of the American Revolution.

America’s Spiritual Mission According to Lachman

Vision of a New Society

Lachman suggests that the United States was envisioned as a new kind of society—one that could lead humanity toward greater spiritual understanding and unity. This vision was rooted in the belief that America could serve as a model of enlightened governance, where freedom of thought, religious tolerance, and the pursuit of happiness were paramount.

Spiritual Potential and Renewal

• Cultural Melting Pot: The United States was seen as a place where different cultures, religions, and philosophies could coexist and enrich one another, fostering a dynamic environment for spiritual renewal and growth.
• Pioneering Spirit: The pioneering spirit of America, both in terms of physical expansion and intellectual exploration, was believed to be a manifestation of the country’s deeper spiritual mission to explore and expand human potential.

Unity and Harmony

• E Pluribus Unum: The motto “E Pluribus Unum” (Out of many, one) reflects the esoteric ideal of unity in diversity, suggesting that the United States was meant to harmonize various elements into a cohesive whole, promoting peace and understanding among its people.
• Global Influence: Lachman posits that the spiritual ideals underlying America’s founding could have a global impact, inspiring other nations to pursue similar paths of enlightenment and harmonious coexistence.

Gary Lachman argues that America was conceived not just as a political entity but as a land with a profound spiritual mission—to foster human potential, promote enlightenment, and serve as a beacon of unity and renewal. This perspective offers a nuanced understanding of America’s origins, emphasizing the spiritual aspirations that inspired its creation and continue to hold relevance in its ongoing development.

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The Temple and the Lodge

Michael Baigent and Richard Leigh’s book The Temple and the Lodge explores the historical connections between the Knights Templar and Freemasonry, and how these connections may have influenced significant events in history, including the founding of the United States. Here are the main arguments and themes presented in their work:

Main Arguments in The Temple and the Lodge

1. Historical Continuity Between the Knights Templar and Freemasonry

• Survival of Templar Traditions:
  • Baigent and Leigh argue that despite the official dissolution of the Knights Templar in the early 14th century, many Templars survived and continued their traditions clandestinely.
  • They suggest that the Templars’ esoteric knowledge and rituals were preserved and later resurfaced in the form of Freemasonry.
• Influence on Freemasonry:
  • The authors propose that Freemasonry inherited much of its symbolism, rituals, and organizational structure from the Knights Templar.
  • They explore the similarities between Templar and Masonic symbols and suggest a line of transmission of esoteric knowledge.

2. Role in Historical Events

• Migration to Scotland:
  • Baigent and Leigh suggest that some Templars fled to Scotland after the suppression of their order, finding refuge under the protection of the Scottish nobility.
  • They argue that the Templars played a significant role in the Scottish fight for independence, particularly in the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314.
• Scottish Freemasonry:
  • Scotland is posited as a key location where Templar traditions were maintained and eventually evolved into Scottish Freemasonry.
  • The authors trace the development of early Masonic lodges in Scotland and their eventual spread to England and beyond.

3. Influence on the American Revolution

• Masonic Involvement:
  • While Baigent and Leigh do not claim a coordinated Masonic conspiracy, they acknowledge that Freemasonry was a significant cultural and intellectual force during the 18th century.
  • They note the presence of Freemasons among the Founding Fathers and their influence on the values and symbols of the new nation.
• Rosicrucian Influence:
  • The authors suggest that Rosicrucian ideas, which often overlapped with Masonic thought, may have reached America early on and contributed to the philosophical foundations of the United States.

Themes Explored

Esoteric Knowledge and Symbolism

• Symbolic Legacy:
  • Baigent and Leigh delve into the rich symbolism shared by the Templars and Freemasons, exploring how these symbols represent deeper esoteric truths and philosophies.
• Myth and Reality:
  • The book navigates the line between historical fact and myth, acknowledging that much of what is known about the Templars and early Freemasonry is shrouded in legend.

Influence on Modern Institutions

• Transmission of Wisdom:
  • The authors explore how the transmission of esoteric wisdom through secret societies has influenced modern institutions and ideologies.
• Cultural Impact:
  • They examine the impact of Masonic principles on political and cultural developments, suggesting that the ideals of liberty, fraternity, and equality have roots in esoteric traditions.

The Temple and the Lodge presents a compelling narrative that connects the Knights Templar with the origins and development of Freemasonry, arguing for a historical continuity of esoteric traditions. Baigent and Leigh suggest that these traditions have significantly influenced key historical events and cultural movements, including the founding of the United States.

Their work provides insight into how the values and symbols associated with the Templars and Freemasons may have permeated through history, shaping the philosophical and cultural landscape of the Western world. While they caution against overestimating the role of Masonic conspiracies, they highlight the importance of understanding the esoteric dimensions that have contributed to historical developments.

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The spiritual purpose of the United States

The spiritual purpose of the United States, as envisioned by these scholars and philosophers, encompasses a broad range of ideals, including the promotion of individual liberty, moral integrity, and the creation of a society based on justice and enlightenment. They argue that America was meant to serve as a model for human potential and collective progress, striving to integrate various cultural and spiritual traditions into a harmonious whole.

While the practical realities of American history have often diverged from these lofty ideals, these thinkers provide a framework for understanding the deeper, original aspirations that may have inspired the nation’s founding. Their works encourage reflection on how contemporary society can realign with these spiritual purposes to fulfill the promise of a more enlightened and just nation.

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The Make America Great Again (MAGA) ideology

The Make America Great Again (MAGA) ideology, as articulated by Steve Bannon and other proponents, presents a stark contrast to the spiritual views of the founding of the United States as explored by thinkers like Dane Rudhyar, Manly P. Hall, Gary Lachman, and Michael Baigent and Richard Leigh. Below is a detailed contrast highlighting key differences in their perspectives on immigrants, corporate interests, cultural values, and overall vision for America.

MAGA Ideology

Views on Immigrants

• Nationalistic and Exclusionary:
  • The MAGA ideology often frames immigrants as a threat to the “purity” of American culture and society, suggesting that they “poison the blood” of the nation. This perspective tends to focus on restricting immigration and preserving a homogeneous cultural identity.

Economic Priorities

• Corporate Interests Over Basic Needs:
  • MAGA policies frequently prioritize corporate profits and economic nationalism. This includes deregulation, tax cuts for businesses, and other measures aimed at boosting economic growth, often at the expense of addressing basic needs such as healthcare, education, and social welfare.

Cultural Values

• Divisive Culture Wars:
  • The MAGA movement is characterized by engaging in culture wars that promote divisive issues, emphasizing traditional conservative values and opposing progressive social changes. This often results in heightened polarization within American society.

Overall Vision

• Restoration of a Past Ideal:
  • The overarching goal of MAGA is to restore a perceived golden age of American greatness, focusing on reclaiming lost power and prestige rather than advancing towards new forms of societal organization.

Spiritual Views of America’s Founding

Views on Immigrants

• Integration and Harmony:
  • Thinkers like Dane Rudhyar and Manly P. Hall envisioned America as a melting pot where diverse cultural and spiritual traditions are integrated to create a harmonious and enlightened society. The presence of immigrants is seen as enriching the collective spiritual and cultural landscape.

Economic Priorities

• Human Potential and Collective Well-being:
  • These spiritual perspectives emphasize the importance of fostering individual and collective well-being over corporate profits. The focus is on creating an equitable society where all individuals have the opportunity to fulfill their potential and contribute to the common good.

Cultural Values

• Unity and Enlightenment:
  • The spiritual view of America’s founding promotes unity and collective enlightenment. It encourages transcending cultural and ideological divisions to achieve a higher level of societal harmony and moral integrity.

Overall Vision

• Progressive Transformation:
  • The vision for America is forward-looking, aiming to pioneer new forms of societal organization and consciousness. It seeks to lead humanity towards greater spiritual understanding, integration, and renewal, evolving beyond past limitations.

Key Contrasts

Inclusion vs. Exclusion

• Inclusivity vs. Exclusion:
  • The spiritual view advocates for inclusivity, seeing diversity as a strength that can lead to spiritual and cultural enrichment. In contrast, MAGA’s exclusionary stance on immigration aims to preserve a homogeneous identity, viewing diversity as a threat.

Human Welfare vs. Corporate Profits

• Collective Well-being vs. Corporate Interests:
  • The spiritual perspectives prioritize human welfare and the collective good, promoting policies that ensure basic needs and opportunities for all. MAGA policies often prioritize corporate interests and economic growth, sometimes at the expense of social equity.

Unity vs. Division

• Unity vs. Divisiveness:
  • The spiritual view emphasizes unity, seeking to transcend cultural and ideological differences to build a harmonious society. MAGA’s emphasis on culture wars tends to deepen divisions and polarize the population.

Forward-Looking vs. Restoration

• Progressive Vision vs. Nostalgic Restoration:
  • The spiritual view is progressive, focused on evolving towards new and enlightened forms of societal organization. MAGA’s vision is nostalgic, aiming to restore a perceived past greatness rather than embracing progressive transformation.

Conclusion

The MAGA ideology and the spiritual views of America’s founding represent fundamentally different interpretations of the nation’s purpose and role. While MAGA focuses on nationalism, economic growth favoring corporate interests, and divisive cultural battles, the spiritual perspectives emphasize inclusivity, collective well-being, unity, and progressive transformation. These contrasting visions highlight divergent paths for America’s future, reflecting deep philosophical and ideological differences in understanding the essence of the nation’s mission.

True, there are very good people, smart people, loving people, kind people all over the country supporting the MAGA ideology. They see the problems and solutions from a conservative perspective. There is a role to play by a two-party system in the future of America, as envisioned by the Founders. However, these conservative forces — and the country — would need a conservative party freed from the MAGA corruption and realigned with the founding principles of this nation.

Suffice it to say that the sixth ray people are the reactionaries, the conservatives, the die-hards and the fanatics, who hold on to all that is of the past and whose influence is potent to hinder the progress of humanity into the new age. Their name is legion. They provide, however, a needed balance and are responsible for a steadying process which is much needed in the world at this time.

–The Destiny of the Nations by Tibetan Master via Alice A. Bailey (p. 29).

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The Moral Force of Resistance

Resistance against radical evil is an act of faith; it is the belief that the good draws to it the good, it is what Auden called that ironic point of light that flashes out wherever the just exchanged their messages, that our job,  even however lonely it may be at that moment, is to keep that narrative alive, and if we can keep that narrative alive then we can use the word hope. – Chris Hedges

The Moral Force of Resistance

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Dane Rudhyar, a prominent 20th-century astrologer and philosopher, offered a unique perspective on the spiritual purpose and destiny of the United States. His views were deeply influenced by his astrological insights and philosophical beliefs. According to Rudhyar, the United States has a significant spiritual role to play in the evolution of humanity.

Key Themes in Rudhyar’s Perspective:

1. Transformation and Renewal: Rudhyar believed that the United States was destined to be a catalyst for transformation and renewal on a global scale. He saw America as a nation born out of revolutionary ideals, with the potential to bring about profound changes in societal structures and collective consciousness.
2. Collective Evolution: Rudhyar emphasized the idea that the United States has a crucial role in the collective evolution of humanity. He viewed America’s diverse and dynamic society as a microcosm of the world, where different cultures, ideas, and perspectives could come together to create a new, more harmonious way of living.
3. Pioneering Spirit: The pioneering spirit of America, characterized by innovation, exploration, and the pursuit of new frontiers, was seen by Rudhyar as essential to the nation’s spiritual mission. This spirit was not merely about physical expansion but also about exploring new realms of consciousness and higher potentials of human existence.
4. Universal Brotherhood: Rudhyar envisioned the United States as a promoter of universal brotherhood and unity. He believed that America’s spiritual purpose involved transcending divisions and fostering a sense of global interconnectedness and mutual respect among all people.
5. Crisis and Opportunity: Rudhyar acknowledged that the United States would face significant challenges and crises. However, he saw these difficulties as opportunities for spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of the nation’s true purpose. Through overcoming trials, America could demonstrate resilience and lead by example in the journey towards a more enlightened and compassionate world.
6. Astrological Insights: Rudhyar often referred to the astrological chart of the United States, particularly the placement of Pluto in Capricorn, to illustrate the transformative potential and challenges the nation would encounter. He interpreted these astrological elements as indicators of America’s destiny to undergo profound change and to guide humanity through periods of upheaval and renewal.

In summary, Dane Rudhyar believed that the spiritual purpose and destiny of the United States were deeply intertwined with its ability to inspire transformation, promote collective evolution, embody a pioneering spirit, foster universal brotherhood, and navigate crises as opportunities for growth. Through these contributions, Rudhyar saw America playing a pivotal role in the unfolding spiritual awakening of humanity.

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Manly P. Hall, a renowned philosopher, mystic, and author, had profound insights into the spiritual purpose and destiny of the United States. His perspective was shaped by his extensive study of esoteric traditions, metaphysics, and ancient wisdom teachings. According to Hall, the United States holds a unique and significant role in the spiritual evolution of humanity.

Key Themes in Manly P. Hall’s Perspective:

1. A New Atlantis:
   • Hall often referred to the vision of Sir Francis Bacon, who envisioned America as a “New Atlantis,” a land where a new society based on enlightened principles and wisdom would emerge. He believed that the United States was destined to become a beacon of hope and a model for a spiritually advanced civilization.
2. Spiritual Democracy:
   • Hall saw the founding principles of the United States, especially those enshrined in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, as expressions of higher spiritual ideals. He believed that the nation was intended to demonstrate the principles of liberty, equality, and justice, serving as a foundation for a spiritual democracy that respects the dignity and potential of every individual.
3. Esoteric Symbolism in the Founding:
   • Hall pointed out the esoteric symbolism present in the founding of the United States, such as the Great Seal and various architectural elements in Washington, D.C. He suggested that these symbols reflect deeper spiritual truths and the intention of the Founding Fathers to align the nation with universal laws and higher wisdom.
4. A Haven for Spiritual Seekers:
   • Hall viewed America as a refuge and melting pot for individuals from diverse backgrounds seeking freedom, not just politically but also spiritually. He believed that this convergence of different cultures and ideas would facilitate the emergence of new spiritual insights and practices, contributing to the global spiritual awakening.
5. Role in the Global Spiritual Evolution:
   • According to Hall, the United States has a pivotal role in guiding the world towards higher consciousness. He believed that America’s influence and resources could be harnessed to promote peace, understanding, and the upliftment of humanity.
6. Challenges and Responsibilities:
   • Hall acknowledged that the United States would face significant challenges and responsibilities in fulfilling its spiritual destiny. He emphasized the importance of adhering to ethical principles, fostering education, and nurturing spiritual growth to overcome materialism and selfishness.
7. The Brotherhood of Man:
   • One of Hall’s central themes was the idea of the Brotherhood of Man, where all people recognize their interconnectedness and work together for mutual benefit. He believed that the United States could lead the way in manifesting this ideal, promoting unity, cooperation, and compassion on a global scale.

Conclusion

In essence, Manly P. Hall viewed the spiritual purpose and destiny of the United States as a multifaceted mission:

• To exemplify and promote higher spiritual principles and values.
• To serve as a model of spiritual democracy and enlightened governance.
• To act as a haven for spiritual seekers and a catalyst for global spiritual evolution.

By embracing these roles, Hall believed that the United States could contribute significantly to the advancement of human consciousness and the realization of a more harmonious and enlightened world.

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Assuming the perspectives of Dane Rudhyar and Manly P. Hall about the spiritual purpose of the United States hold some truth, and considering the existence of opposing dark forces, these forces might employ various strategies to sabotage, corrupt, and abort the spiritual project of the USA as a beacon of light to the world. Here are some potential ways in which they could operate:

1. Fostering Division and Conflict:

• Promoting Division: Dark forces could seek to create and exacerbate divisions within the United States based on race, religion, political beliefs, and socioeconomic status. By fostering internal discord, they weaken the nation’s unity and its ability to act as a cohesive force for good.
• Inciting Violence: Encouraging violence and conflict, whether through civil unrest, political polarization, or international conflicts, would distract and drain resources from spiritual and humanitarian efforts.

2. Corruption of Leadership and Institutions:

• Corrupting Leaders: Targeting political, religious, and social leaders to act out of self-interest, greed, or malice rather than for the common good. This undermines trust and faith in leadership.
• Institutional Corruption: Ensuring that key institutions (government, education, media) are corrupted, thus preventing them from promoting and upholding higher principles such as justice, equality, and truth.

3. Spread of Materialism and Consumerism:

• Encouraging Materialism: Promoting excessive materialism and consumerism to distract individuals from spiritual growth and meaningful pursuits, leading to a society focused on wealth and superficial success rather than inner development.
• Media Manipulation: Utilizing media to propagate shallow values, sensationalism, and misinformation, keeping the populace distracted and misinformed.

4. Erosion of Moral and Ethical Standards:

• Moral Relativism: Promoting moral relativism, where ethical standards become subjective and flexible, leading to a breakdown in societal cohesion and the erosion of shared values.
• Normalization of Corruption: Gradually normalizing unethical behavior in business, politics, and daily life, making it harder to uphold ideals of integrity and justice.

5. Undermining Education and Critical Thinking:

• Dumbing Down Education: Weakening the education system to limit critical thinking, creativity, and the pursuit of wisdom, thus creating a less informed and more easily manipulated populace.
• Control of Information: Controlling information and restricting access to knowledge that empowers individuals to think independently and critically.

6. Promoting Cynicism and Despair:

• Spreading Despair: Amplifying negative narratives that foster cynicism, hopelessness, and apathy, making it difficult for people to believe in and work towards positive change.
• Undermining Faith: Attacking and discrediting spiritual, philosophical, and cultural narratives that inspire hope, compassion, and a sense of higher purpose.

7. Manipulating Economic Systems:

• Economic Inequality: Ensuring that economic systems perpetuate inequality, poverty, and hardship, which can lead to social unrest and hinder the pursuit of higher spiritual and ethical goals.
• Corporate Malfeasance: Encouraging corporate practices that prioritize profit over people and the planet, resulting in environmental degradation and social injustice.

8. Technological Control and Surveillance:

• Surveillance State: Establishing systems of mass surveillance and control that infringe on personal freedoms and privacy, limiting individuals’ ability to act freely and pursue spiritual growth.
• Technological Manipulation: Using technology to manipulate public opinion, behavior, and even consciousness through algorithms, data control, and other means.

These strategies, if employed by dark forces, would aim to undermine the spiritual mission of the United States by fracturing its societal foundations, corrupting its moral compass, and diverting its focus from higher aspirations to base desires and conflicts. Overcoming such challenges would require a concerted effort to uphold and promote the principles of unity, integrity, and enlightened governance that Rudhyar and Hall envisioned.

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As America celebrated its 248th year of independence with fireworks, parades, music and the pursuit of hot dogs, how many of these strategies of the Dark Forces are operating in the United States today? -JB

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Hierarchy is not coercion, it is the law of the Universe. It is not a threat, but the call of the heart and a fiery admonition directing toward the General Good.
     Thus, let us cognize the Hierarchy of Light.

https://agniyoga.org/ay_en/Hierarchy.php

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The battle of Democracy in the United States

True Democracy is as yet unknown; it awaits the time when an educated and enlightened public opinion will bring it to power; towards that spiritual event, mankind is hastening. The battle of Democracy will be fought out in the United States. There the people at present vote and organise their government on a personality basis and not from any spiritual or intelligent conviction. There is a material, selfish aspect to Democracy (rampant today), and there is a spiritual aspect, little sought after; there are material and spiritual aspects to Communism [JB: without totalitarianism], but its adherents know them not, and only a ruthless materialism is conveyed to them.

There is again the ideology of Socialism which is regarded [Page 747] by some as a basic evil. Socialism can degenerate into another form of totalitarianism, or it can be more democratic than the present expressions of Democracy. These issues will emerge clearly in Great Britain, where the socialist point of view is gaining ground among the masses, but which at present is a mixture of nationalisation of the public utilities and of free enterprise—a combination which may have true value, if preserved.

There are other ideologies in the political, social and economic fields but these with which I have dealt constitute a triangle of schemes undergoing national and political experiments in different countries throughout the world. All of them have a religious and spiritual side; all of them are tainted with materialism; one of them is wickedly totalitarian and is finding followers; another is the victim of the stupid lack of interest of its people; another is in the throes of an experiment which may or may not prove successful. Under the impact of these ideologies the spiritual growth of the human family is fostered, because the emerging spiritual factor (under the evolutionary law) is ever present, and always there is to be found a tendency towards God and divine expression.

From the standpoint of the Hierarchy, these three ideologies are three aspects of one great spiritual event; the outcome of the interplay between them can eventuate in an increased spiritual approach to divinity or (if the Forces of Light do not triumph) they can drive mankind deeper into the pit or prison of materialism.

–Five Spiritual Events by the Tibetan Master via Alice A. Bailey (written February 1949).

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Civil Disobedience and the Enduring Relevance
of Auden’s “Ironic Point of Light”

The power of resistance, particularly through civil disobedience, has a profound moral force that transcends historical and cultural contexts. This is vividly illustrated in the legacies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi, who advocated for nonviolent resistance against social injustices. Their methods and philosophies resonate deeply with the sentiments expressed by Chris Hedges in his speech “The Collapse of the American Empire.” Hedges’ reflection on the moral imperatives of resistance against radical evil aligns closely with the enduring principles of King’s and Gandhi’s movements, as well as with W.H. Auden’s evocative imagery in his poem “September 1, 1939.”

Civil Disobedience as Moral Resistance

Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi both championed civil disobedience as a means to confront and dismantle unjust systems. King’s philosophy, rooted in Christian theology and the teachings of Gandhi, emphasized love and nonviolence as the most potent tools in the struggle for civil rights. In his famous “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” King argued that “injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere” and that individuals have a moral responsibility to break unjust laws and accept the consequences peacefully.

Similarly, Gandhi’s concept of Satyagraha, or “truth force,” was a cornerstone of his resistance against British colonial rule in India. Gandhi believed that nonviolent resistance was not only a tactic but a way of life, which required an unwavering commitment to truth and moral integrity. Both leaders understood that their actions were not merely political maneuvers but profound moral statements intended to awaken the conscience of the oppressor and the world at large.

Chris Hedges and the Contemporary Relevance of Resistance

In his lecture “The Collapse of the American Empire,” Chris Hedges addresses the rise of demagoguery and the erosion of democratic norms in the United States, drawing a parallel between contemporary struggles and the timeless principles of resistance espoused by King and Gandhi. Hedges asserts that “resistance against radical evil is an act of faith” and underscores the importance of maintaining a narrative of hope and justice, even in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Hedges’ invocation of Daniel Berrigan’s belief that “the good draws to it the good” echoes the ethical foundations of King’s and Gandhi’s movements. Despite empirical evidence of widespread societal decay—such as the opioid crisis, corporate corruption, and systemic violence—Hedges argues that the moral force of resistance lies in its ability to inspire and mobilize individuals towards collective action and positive change.

The “Ironic Point of Light” in Auden’s Poetry

W.H. Auden’s line from “September 1, 1939″—”that ironic point of light that flashes out wherever the just exchange their messages”—captures the essence of the moral clarity and resilience that underpin acts of civil disobedience. Auden wrote this poem at the onset of World War II, reflecting on the chaos and moral darkness of the time. Yet, even amidst despair, he recognized moments of justice and truth as beacons of hope.

This “ironic point of light” symbolizes the enduring power of righteous resistance, a theme resonant in both King’s and Gandhi’s philosophies. Their messages, like Auden’s point of light, served as moral compasses guiding humanity through turbulent times. Just as Auden saw these exchanges of justice as essential to preserving hope, so too did King and Gandhi believe that their nonviolent actions could ignite widespread moral awakening and societal transformation.

Auden’s poem carries a sense of irony rooted in the juxtaposition of darkness and light, despair and hope. The irony lies in the contrast between the prevailing darkness and turmoil of the world, symbolized by the outbreak of World War II and the moral decay surrounding it, and the small yet powerful points of light that emerge from acts of justice and righteousness.

In the midst of widespread injustice, violence, and chaos, Auden observes that these moments of moral clarity and integrity, represented by the “just,” create fleeting but profound flashes of light. This irony arises from the fact that such beacons of hope and goodness shine brightest precisely when surrounded by darkness and adversity. The unexpected emergence of light in the face of overwhelming darkness underscores the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of moral courage.

Furthermore, the irony may also stem from the fragile and transient nature of these points of light. They flicker and flash momentarily, often in clandestine exchanges among the righteous, hinting at both the fragility of hope in times of crisis and the tenacity required to keep it alive. Auden’s use of irony highlights the paradoxical nature of finding moments of illumination and inspiration in the bleakest of circumstances, underscoring the complexity of human experience and the capacity for light to pierce through the shadows of despair.

Conclusion

The moral force of resistance, as articulated by Chris Hedges, Martin Luther King Jr., and Mahatma Gandhi, finds a poetic resonance in W.H. Auden’s depiction of the “ironic point of light.” This metaphor encapsulates the enduring impact of those who, through civil disobedience and unwavering faith in justice, challenge oppressive systems and inspire others to join the struggle for a more inclusive and equitable world. By keeping this narrative alive, we uphold the belief that “the good draws to it the good,” fostering hope and paving the way for future generations to continue the fight against radical evil.

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The Resistance to Project 2025

During World War II, the Resistance (“La Résistance”) encompassed a diverse network of underground movements, nonpartisan altruistic endeavors supporting the Forces of Light, and individuals across occupied Europe who opposed and actively fought against the Axis powers, particularly Nazi Germany and the collaborationist Vichy regime. The Resistance played a crucial role in espionage, sabotage, intelligence gathering, and acts of defiance to support the Allied forces and undermine the enemy’s war efforts. These brave men and women, often operating at great personal risk, symbolized the spirit of courage, patriotism, and resistance against tyranny during one of the darkest periods in modern history.

Seed Thoughts: Ponder on This

Second Ray Preventative Technique: “Your major job at this time is not to wrestle with the powers of evil and the forces of darkness, but to awaken an interest in and mobilise the forces of light and the resources of men of good will, and of right inclination in the world today.  Resist not evil, but so organise and mobilise the good, and so strengthen the hands of the workers on the side of righteousness and love, that evil will find less opportunity.” -Esoteric Psychology, Vol II, by the Tibetan Master through Alice A. Bailey, p. 691.

First Ray Fighting Technique: “This is the dominant emerging fact to which all that I have said bears testimony: world conditions today—precipitated as they are by human greed and ignorance—are nevertheless basically conditioned by the will-to-good which is the primary quality of the energies and forces coming forth from the great Lives in which all that exist live and move and have their being. The Law of the Universe (and what is law but the working out of the purposes of these all-embracing Lives, of Their impulses and Their plans?) is to all eternity the good of the whole and naught can arrest this happening; for who can arrest the impact of these energies which play upon and through our planet. When I say this, I would at the same time point out that the attitude of many students, inevitably participants in world events, that “such is the Law and such is the Karma of people and nations and such is the pre-determined destiny” [Page 444] is far from right. They believe—sometimes sincerely—that all that should be done is simply to wait for results to appear and for karma and destiny to fulfil itself. Then and not till then, all will be well. But they forget that karma fulfils itself in relation to the form nature upon which it expends its energy and that where there is a static condition and a quiescent attitude, the process moves but slowly; the life then within the form fails to experience the needed, forceful awakening; inevitably then there lies ahead a repetition of the process until the time comes when activity and response is evoked. This then leads to resistance to the apparent karmic necessity and this brings about liberation. Only through resistance to evil (and in this world period and in this kali-yuga, as the Eastern teachers call it, it is an essential basic attitude) can karma be brought to an end. The law of matter still governs in the three worlds of human experience and “fire by friction” must burn up that which veils the steadily increasing brilliance of solar fire. It is the recognition of “solar fire”—as it shows itself in a transcendental idealism and radiance—by the unintelligent idealist, and his simultaneous refusal to cooperate in this period of karmic necessity, that is prolonging the difficult and cruel situation and leading him individually to sink deep into glamour. The simplification of the world’s problem in terms of matter comes through a recognition of the essential dualism underlying events. I commend this thought to all students, suggesting that they base optimism on the long range vision, endorsed by the Heavens and corroborated by the activity of the stars, and thus feel sure of the ending of this immediate tragic situation.” -Esoteric Astrology by the Tibetan Master through Alice A. Bailey.

“There is only one way in which this focused evil will which is responsive to the Shamballa force can be overcome, and that is by the opposition of an equally focused spiritual Will, displayed by responsive men and women of goodwill who can train themselves to be sensitive to this type of new incoming energy and can learn how to invoke and evoke it.” -The Tibetan Master through Alice A. Bailey

Goodwill in Times of War

“The Hierarchy is a great fighting body today, fighting for the souls of men, fighting all that blocks the expansion of the human consciousness, fighting all that limits human freedom (I said not license) and fighting to remove those factors and barriers which militate against the return of [Page 551] the Christ and the emergence of the Hierarchy as a fully functioning body on earth. There is nothing weak, vacillating, sentimental or neutral in the attitude of the Hierarchy; this must be grasped by humanity, and the strength and insight as well as the love of the Hierarchy must be counted upon.” -The Externalization of the Hierarchy by the Tibetan Master through Alice A. Bailey (April-May 1946).

“The cup of sorrow and the agony of the Cross are well-nigh finished.  Joy and strength will take their place.  Instead of sorrow we shall have a joy which will work out in happiness and lead eventually to bliss.  We shall have a strength which will know naught but victory and will not recognise disaster.  Even the Black Lodge knew of this change in the mode of salvation, and hastily founded its groups of youths, banded together by the motto “joy through strength and strength through joy.” 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strength_Through_Joy

“It seems to be a law for group development to receive recognition from the side of evil, prior to that recognition coming from the good.  But “after weeping cometh joy, and that joy cometh in the morning.”  Only the dawn is with us as yet—the dawn of the Aquarian Age.  The full tide of light is inevitably moving upon its way towards us.” –The Rays and the Initiations by the Tibetan Master through Alice A. Bailey.

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The Collapse of the American Empire:
Lecture Featuring Chris Hedges

[transcript @ 1:29:29] The power of resistance has a moral force. It is, as Daniel Berrigan once told me when I asked him, to find faith, it is the belief that the good draws to it the good. And empirically everything around us may say otherwise, but I believe that that’s right in the end.

Resistance against radical evil is an act of faith; it is the belief that the good draws to it the good, it is what Auden called that ironic point of light that flashes out wherever the just exchanged their messages, that our job,  even however lonely it may be at that moment, is to keep that narrative alive, and if we can keep that narrative alive then we can use the word hope.

[The quote “that ironic point of light that flashes out wherever the just exchanged their messages” is from W.H. Auden’s poem “September 1, 1939.” In this poem, Auden reflects on the outbreak of World War II and explores themes of war, morality, and the search for light and hope in dark times. The line encapsulates a sense of resilience and defiance in the face of adversity, resonating with the broader context of the war and its impact on humanity.]

August 29, 2018: Chris Hedges, a globally-renowned Pulitzer Prize-winning author, gives us an entirely new view of a nation in crisis in his recently released book, America: The Farewell Tour, which holds both liberals and conservatives to account — as is rousingly pertinent for Canada as for the disoriented US. Beautifully written, it clarifies vividly and unforgettably the forces at play in our times.

In astonishing, tough, first-hand reportage, Chris Hedges draws on stories from inside communities across America and reveals how the hurricanes of change have allowed an array of pathologies to arise: the opioid crisis, the retreat into gambling, the corporate coup d’état of government, the pornification of culture, the rise of magical thinking, the emboldening of violence and hate, the plagues of suicides, and the global upheaval caused by catastrophic climate change. These are just some of the physical manifestations of a society unravelling. Such ills presage a frightening reconfiguration of our lives–particularly in the face of our neighbour’s degeneration as a world power.

Donald Trump rode this disenchantment to power. Hedges – who was unsurprised by Trump’s victory – shows how neither the left nor the right are addressing the systemic problems. Until the corporate coup d’état is reversed, these diseases will grow and ravage the country. A humane cry for a decent future, this remarkable book is our wake-up call to reality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csI8JLJ15Ak 

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Also see:

• https://hierarchicaldemocracy.wordpress.com/2019/10/25/enlightened-resistance/
• https://hierarchicaldemocracy.wordpress.com/2024/01/16/breaking-the-maga-cult/
• https://hierarchicaldemocracy.wordpress.com/2024/07/02/project-2025/

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A Re-enchantment Project

Introduction

The rise of the extreme political right globally is a multifaceted phenomenon driven by a combination of economic insecurity, cultural backlash, political disillusionment, media dynamics, populist leadership, security concerns, and historical/regional contexts.

The extreme political right often emphasizes nationalism, traditionalism, and resistance to change. These characteristics align with preserving outdated political, cultural, and religious forms. By clinging to past ideals, the extreme right seeks to maintain structures that may no longer serve the collective good or promote right human relationships.

However, there is one “resistance to change” that, if redirected, may be aligned with a progressive spiritual ideal. While opposing outdated religious forms, progressives may blunt a main driver of the conservative agenda by redefining the secularization of modern society, restoring God to its midst. God is not dead, the conservatives claim. And they are right!

In contemporary society, the concept of secularism often denotes a separation between religious and state affairs, leading to a perceived dichotomy between spiritual and everyday life. Note the difference between religious and spiritual. The increasing disaffiliation of youth from traditional religions, while safeguarding their spirituality, corroborates this difference.

https://news.gallup.com/topic/religion-and-social-trends.aspx

A re-enchantment project would aim to restore a sense of divine presence to our daily existence, not through outdated religious conceptualizations, but as a living presence—an inner and outer divine essence. This essay explores the spiritualization of secularism, envisioning God as a living presence within each human being, akin to a fractal reflecting an outer holographic divine intelligence guiding humanity’s destiny, as foreseen by the Masonic Founding Fathers of the United States.

Secularism and Its Discontents

Secularism, in its traditional sense, advocates for the neutrality of the state in religious matters, ensuring freedom of belief and equal treatment of all religions. While this approach prevents religious dogmatism, it often leaves a spiritual void in daily life, reducing the sense of interconnectedness and higher purpose that many find in spirituality.

This principle is fundamental to democratic societies, as it protects individuals’ rights to practice their faith without state interference and prevents any single religion from dominating governmental affairs. By maintaining this separation, secularism aims to foster an inclusive environment where diverse beliefs can coexist peacefully.

Preventing Religious Dogmatism: One of the primary benefits of secularism is that it prevents the imposition of religious dogma on public policy and education, safeguarding personal freedoms and fostering a climate of tolerance. This neutrality allows for a pluralistic society where various religious and non-religious perspectives are respected and valued, promoting social harmony and reducing conflict driven by religious differences.

Creating a Spiritual Void: However, this focus on neutrality can also lead to unintended consequences. By relegating spirituality to the private sphere, traditional secularism may inadvertently strip public life of the deeper meanings and connections that many people derive from their spiritual practices. In doing so, it risks creating a spiritual void, where the sense of interconnectedness, higher purpose, and moral guidance that spirituality provides are diminished in everyday living.

Impact on Society: The absence of a spiritual dimension in public life can contribute to feelings of isolation, alienation, and existential insecurity. Without a shared sense of higher purpose or connection to something greater than oneself, individuals may struggle to find meaning and fulfillment. This can lead to social fragmentation and a weakening of the communal bonds that nurture collective well-being.

Integrating Spirituality into Secular Life: To address these limitations, there is a growing call for the re-enchantment of secularism—a project aimed at reintegrating spirituality into public life in a way that respects religious diversity and individual freedoms. This approach does not advocate for a return to religious dogmatism but rather seeks to recognize and cultivate the spiritual dimensions that enhance human experience and societal cohesion.

The Concept of God as a Living Presence

Traditional religious concepts of God often depict a distant, authoritarian figure, which can be alienating in an increasingly pluralistic world. Re-enchantment proposes a shift towards viewing God as a living presence—an omnipresent divine essence within and around us.

Traditional religious concepts of God may feel disconnected and alienating in today’s diverse and pluralistic world. This perception of God as remote can create barriers to spiritual connection and human relations, especially in a society embracing a wide array of beliefs and perspectives. In contrast, the concept of re-enchantment offers a transformative shift towards viewing God as a living presence—a dynamic and omnipresent divine essence that permeates both within and around us.

This perspective emphasizes a sense of interconnectedness, spirituality, and unity, fostering a deeper understanding of the divine that transcends traditional boundaries and welcomes individuals of all backgrounds into a shared experience of the sacred. By recognizing the divine as a pervasive and accessible presence, re-enchantment opens the door to a more intimate, personal, and inclusive relationship with the divine, nurturing a sense of harmony, interconnectedness, and spiritual fulfillment in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world.

Fractal and Holographic Divine Intelligence

This new paradigm envisions each human being as a reflection of a higher divine intelligence, akin to a fractal pattern where each part contains and mirrors the whole. In fractal geometry, intricate patterns are repeated at every scale, suggesting that the entirety of the divine essence is encapsulated within every individual. This concept resonates with the idea that every person carries within them a spark of the divine, embodying the infinite complexity and beauty of the greater whole.

The Holographic Universe

Similarly, the holographic principle posits that each fragment of a hologram contains the complete image of the whole, regardless of how it is divided. Applying this to spirituality, the holographic concept suggests that the divine is not an external and separate entity but is intrinsically woven into the very fabric of reality. Each human being, therefore, is a microcosm of the universal divine intelligence, reflecting its qualities and participating in its continuous unfolding.

Interconnected Web of Consciousness

This paradigm shift redefines our understanding of divinity and our relationship to it. By seeing the divine intelligence as pervading all existence, we acknowledge that our actions, thoughts, and intentions are interlinked with the broader web of consciousness. This interconnectedness implies that our personal growth and spiritual development contribute to the collective evolution of humanity. It fosters a sense of responsibility and unity, as we recognize that the divine essence within us is part of a larger, coherent, and purposeful design.

Implications for Human Destiny

Viewing the divine intelligence in this fractal and holographic manner offers profound implications for how we perceive human destiny. It suggests that our individual paths are not isolated but intricately connected to the overarching trajectory of humanity. Each person’s journey is a vital strand in the tapestry of collective progress, guided by a shared divine intelligence that orchestrates harmony, balance, and growth. This perspective can inspire a deeper sense of purpose, encouraging individuals to align their lives with the greater good and contribute positively to the world around them.

Spiritual Practice and Development

In practical terms, this paradigm encourages spiritual practices that foster awareness of our interconnectedness and divine nature. Meditation, mindfulness, and contemplative practices can help individuals attune to the presence of the divine within and around them. This holistic view also promotes values such as empathy, compassion, and cooperation, as recognizing the divine in others reinforces the importance of treating each person with dignity and respect.

The fractal and holographic concept of divine intelligence revolutionizes our understanding of spirituality and our place within the cosmos. By envisioning each human being as a reflection of a larger divine intelligence, we embrace a more inclusive, interconnected, and dynamic view of the divine. This paradigm not only enriches individual spiritual practice but also fosters a collective sense of purpose and unity, guiding humanity towards a more harmonious and enlightened future.

The Vision of the Masonic Founding Fathers

The Masonic Founding Fathers of the United States, including notable figures like George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, held a vision of a nation guided by principles of enlightenment and higher wisdom. Their belief in a divine intelligence shaping human destiny aligns with the idea of a re-enchanted secularism.

God as a Guiding Presence

For the Masonic Founding Fathers, God was seen as an omnipresent force guiding human progress and the unfolding of a just society. This view promotes a secularism that acknowledges and integrates spiritual insights, fostering a balanced approach to governance and societal development.

Masonic teachings emphasize the pursuit of knowledge, moral integrity, and the recognition of a grand architect of the universe. Central to Freemasonry is the belief that through education, self-improvement, and ethical conduct, individuals can achieve a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. The Masonic dedication to lifelong learning and intellectual growth champions the idea that enlightenment is an ongoing journey, not a destination. This aligns with the Enlightenment principles that informed the development of modern democratic societies, where reason and empirical inquiry are highly valued.

Moral Integrity and Ethical Conduct

Moral integrity stands as another cornerstone of Masonic philosophy. Freemasons are encouraged to cultivate virtues such as honesty, fairness, and benevolence. These values underpin a vision of society where individuals act responsibly and justly, contributing to the collective well-being. By promoting ethical behavior, Masonry seeks to build a community grounded in trust and mutual respect, where the actions of each person reflect a commitment to the greater good.

Recognition of a Grand Architect

The concept of the grand architect of the universe serves as a unifying principle within Masonry, symbolizing a higher order and intelligence that governs the cosmos. This recognition does not adhere to a specific religious doctrine but rather embraces a broad and inclusive understanding of divinity. It acknowledges that there is a profound and sacred structure to existence, which can inspire awe, humility, and reverence. This spiritual dimension enriches the Masonic approach to secularism by infusing it with a sense of higher purpose and meaning.

Enriched Secularism

These Masonic ideals support a form of secularism that is not devoid of spirituality but enriched by a sense of higher purpose and divine guidance. In this framework, secularism does not mean the absence of spirituality but rather the inclusion of spiritual insights that transcend specific religious boundaries. It allows for a public sphere where diverse spiritual perspectives are respected and integrated into the broader dialogue about human values and societal goals.

Higher Purpose and Divine Guidance

By integrating the pursuit of knowledge, moral integrity, and the recognition of a grand architect, Masonic teachings advocate for a society where individuals are inspired by higher ideals and guided by a sense of divine purpose. This enriched secularism fosters an environment where people are motivated to seek truth, practice virtue, and contribute to the common good, all while acknowledging a transcendent order that imbues life with meaning.

Practical Implications

In practical terms, this vision of secularism encourages policies and practices that reflect ethical and spiritual values. Educational systems, for instance, can be designed to promote critical thinking and moral development, preparing individuals to become thoughtful and responsible citizens. Governance can be guided by principles of justice, compassion, and stewardship, ensuring that decisions are made with consideration for both present and future generations.

The Masonic emphasis on knowledge, moral integrity, and the recognition of a grand architect offers a compelling model for an enriched secularism. This approach harmonizes the rational and the spiritual, fostering a society where individuals are inspired by higher ideals and guided by a sense of divine purpose. By embracing these Masonic principles — without endorsing any particular Lodge, or even Masonry as an institution — we can cultivate a public life that is both deeply ethical and spiritually fulfilling, paving the way for a more enlightened and cohesive society.

Practical Implications of Re-enchanted Secularism

Personal Transformation

Viewing God as a living presence encourages individuals to recognize their divine essence, fostering a sense of personal responsibility and interconnectedness. This perspective can inspire moral behavior, compassion, and a commitment to the common good.

Societal Integration

A re-enchanted secularism supports policies and practices that reflect spiritual values, such as justice, compassion, and cooperation. It promotes an inclusive society where diverse spiritual beliefs are respected and integrated into the public discourse.

Global Impact

On a global scale, re-enchanting secularism can contribute to addressing existential challenges, such as climate change and social inequality, by inspiring collective action grounded in a sense of shared destiny and divine stewardship.

Conclusion

The spiritualization of secularism, through a re-enchantment project, offers a transformative approach to modern life. By restoring a concept of God as a living presence—an inner and outer divine essence reflected in each human being—we can bridge the gap between the secular and the spiritual. This vision, rooted in the ideals of the Masonic Founding Fathers, guides humanity towards a future where right human relationships and economic stability are based on sharing and goodwill. Embracing this holistic perspective can foster a more meaningful, compassionate, and interconnected world, aligned with the divine intelligence shaping our destiny.

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“Spiritual Values To Live By” – Revisited

[see: Project 2025]

To build a new world order where nations and individuals contribute selflessly to the collective good, promoting right human relationships and economic stability based on sharing and goodwill, the following top five spiritual values would be essential:

1. Spirit of Cooperation: Cooperation is fundamental for fostering right human relationships and achieving collective goals. It encourages active goodwill, mutual support, and collaboration among individuals and nations.
2. Serving the Common Good: This value emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the welfare of the community over individual interests. It involves the sacrifice of selfishness and the recognition that what benefits all ultimately benefits each person.
3. A Sense of Justice: Justice ensures that the rights and needs of all individuals are recognized and respected. It is crucial for creating a fair and inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
4. Compassion: Compassion drives humanitarian efforts and promotes understanding and empathy towards others. It is essential for addressing the suffering of others and taking actions to alleviate it, thereby creating a more caring and supportive global community.
5. Humility: Humility, an adjusted sense of proportion, allows individuals and nations to recognize their role in a (non-authoritarian) hierarchical democracy. It reduces ego-driven conflicts and fosters an environment of mutual respect and cooperation.

These values, when embraced collectively, can help build a world where economic stability, social harmony, and right human relationships are prioritized, leading to a more just and cooperative global society.

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The Love of Truth (Truthfulness) is a fundamental spiritual value and can be seen as integral to several of the top values listed.

1. Spirit of Cooperation: Truthfulness is essential for genuine cooperation. Honest communication builds trust among individuals and nations, making collaboration more effective.
2. Serving the Common Good: A love of truth ensures transparency and integrity in actions aimed at benefiting the community. It helps in making informed decisions that genuinely serve the common good.
3. A Sense of Justice: Justice relies on truth. Recognizing and upholding what is true is necessary for fair treatment and addressing the rights and needs of all individuals.
4. Compassion: Compassionate actions are more meaningful when they are based on truth. Understanding the true nature of others’ suffering allows for appropriate and effective responses.
5. Humility: An adjusted sense of proportion (humility) includes an honest assessment of oneself, one’s responsibilities, and one’s life work. A truthful self-assessment prevents arrogance and promotes a balanced viewpoint.

These values, enriched with truthfulness, provide a robust foundation for creating a just, cooperative, and stable world.

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Personal Responsibility is another critical value that can be integrated into the definitions of the top five spiritual values. Personal responsibility involves taking ownership of one’s actions and their impact on the community and the world.

1. Spirit of Cooperation: Personal responsibility ensures that each individual actively contributes to collaborative efforts and upholds their part in cooperative endeavors. It means being accountable for one’s role within the group.
2. Serving the Common Good: This value inherently requires individuals to take personal responsibility for their actions, recognizing that their contributions (or lack thereof) impact the collective well-being.
3. A Sense of Justice: Justice is maintained when individuals acknowledge their responsibilities towards others’ rights and needs. Personal responsibility ensures that everyone acts fairly and justly in their interactions.
4. Compassion: True compassion involves a sense of personal responsibility to take action to alleviate others’ suffering. It’s not just about feeling empathy but also about being accountable for contributing positively.
5. Humility: An adjusted sense of right proportion (humility) includes recognizing one’s responsibilities and being accountable for one’s actions and their effects on others and society.

These values, enriched with both truthfulness and personal responsibility, establish a strong ethical framework for building a just, cooperative, and stable new world order.

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Therefore, both Truthfulness and Personal Responsibility can be seamlessly integrated into a revised definitions of the top five spiritual values to live by. Each value becomes more robust and comprehensive when these two aspects are included.

Five Spiritual Values To Live By

1. Spirit of Cooperation
   • Definition: Fostering mutual support and collaboration among individuals and nations through open communication and shared efforts.
   • Integration of Truthfulness: Cooperation thrives on honest communication, which builds trust and ensures clear understanding among all parties involved.
   • Integration of Personal Responsibility: Each individual is accountable for their contributions to cooperative efforts, recognizing that their actions impact the collective success.
2. Serving the Common Good
   • Definition: Prioritizing the welfare of the community over individual interests, ensuring that actions benefit the collective.
   • Integration of Truthfulness: Transparency and integrity are crucial for actions aimed at the common good; truthfulness ensures that decisions are made based on honest assessments.
   • Integration of Personal Responsibility: Individuals must take ownership of their actions and decisions, understanding that their personal contributions are vital to the common welfare.
3. A Sense of Justice
   • Definition: Ensuring fair treatment and the recognition of everyone’s rights and needs, fostering an inclusive society.
   • Integration of Truthfulness: Justice is rooted in truth; recognizing and upholding what is true is essential for fair treatment and addressing everyone’s needs.
   • Integration of Personal Responsibility: Individuals are responsible for acting justly, holding themselves accountable for treating others fairly and upholding justice in all interactions.
4. Compassion
   • Definition: Empathy and concern for the suffering of others, coupled with actions aimed at alleviating it.
   • Integration of Truthfulness: Compassionate actions are more effective when based on a truthful understanding of others’ experiences and needs.
   • Integration of Personal Responsibility: True compassion involves taking responsibility to act on one’s empathy, ensuring that efforts to help others are genuine and impactful.
5. Humility
   • Definition: An adjusted sense of right proportion, providing a balanced view of oneself, one’s responsibilities, and life work.
   • Integration of Truthfulness: Humility includes a truthful self-assessment, preventing arrogance and promoting genuine self-awareness.
   • Integration of Personal Responsibility: Recognizing and accepting one’s responsibilities, being accountable for actions and their impacts on others, reflects true humility.

Summary

These definitions, incorporating both truthfulness and personal responsibility, create a comprehensive framework for living by spiritual values that support the building of a just, cooperative, and stable new world order. This approach ensures that actions are grounded in integrity and accountability, fostering a global culture of trust, fairness, empathy, and balanced self-awareness.

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Project 2025 is a strategic initiative by the GOP to prepare comprehensively for a potential return to the White House. It focuses on creating a detailed policy blueprint, preparing personnel, ensuring administrative readiness, crafting legislative strategies, and developing effective public communication plans. By doing so, the GOP aims to ensure a smooth and impactful transition into power, should they win the 2024 presidential election.

The conservative policy agenda of the GOP’s Project 2025 focuses on deregulation, fiscal responsibility, free market solutions, strong national defense, and limited government intervention. In contrast, the liberal policy agenda of the Democratic Party emphasizes social equity, government investment in public services, environmental protection, comprehensive immigration reform, and robust regulatory frameworks to protect consumers and the environment. The stark contrast reflects the differing philosophies and priorities of the two parties, shaping their approach to governance and policy-making.

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Contrast between the GOP’s Project 2025 and the Democratic Party’s policy agenda for 2025

Policy Area	GOP’s Project 2025	Democratic Party
Economic Policy	Tax Reform: – Lowering taxes – Simplification Regulatory Reform: – Deregulation – Cost-Benefit Analysis Fiscal Responsibility: – Balanced Budget – Entitlement Reform	Tax Reform: – Progressive Taxation – Close Loopholes Regulatory Reform: – Consumer and Environmental Protections – Corporate Accountability Fiscal Responsibility: – Targeted Investments – Deficit Reduction Through Revenue
Healthcare	Market Reforms: – Free Market Solutions – Price Transparency Medicare & Medicaid Reform: – Block Grants – Medicare Choice Repeal and Replace ACA: – Alternative Policies	Universal Healthcare: – Medicare for All/Public Option – Expand Coverage Prescription Drug Reform: – Lower Drug Prices – Caps on Out-of-Pocket Costs Strengthening ACA: – Expand Subsidies – Protect Pre-existing Conditions
Immigration	Border Security: – Physical Barriers – Technology and Staffing Legal Reform: – Merit-Based System – Streamlining Processes Enforcement: – Deportation Priorities – Sanctuary Cities	Border Security: – Smart Security – Humane Treatment Comprehensive Reform: – Pathway to Citizenship – Family Reunification Enforcement: – Focus on Serious Crimes – Abolish/Reform ICE
Education	School Choice: – Vouchers and Charter Schools – Home Schooling Support Curriculum Reform: – STEM Emphasis – Civic Education Higher Education: – Affordability – Free Speech	Public Investment: – Funding – Teacher Pay Curriculum Reform: – Inclusive Education – Early Childhood Education Higher Education: – Free College – Student Debt Relief
National Security	Military Strength: – Funding – Modernization Foreign Policy: – Strong Alliances – Peace Through Strength Counterterrorism: – Domestic and International – Cybersecurity	Military Strength: – Efficient Spending – Modernization Foreign Policy: – Diplomacy First – Human Rights Counterterrorism: – Intelligence and Partnerships – Cybersecurity
Energy Policy	Energy Independence: – Promote domestic production Deregulation: – Reduce regulations on energy production	Clean Energy: – Invest in renewable energy Climate Change Action: – Comprehensive climate policies (e.g., Paris Accord)
Judiciary	Appointments: – Originalism and Textualism Structure: – Prevent judicial activism	Balanced Judiciary: – Value precedent and contemporary realities Court Expansion: – Some advocate for expanding SCOTUS
Second Amendment	Gun Rights: – Defend Second Amendment – Oppose restrictive gun control	Gun Control: – Universal background checks – Assault weapon bans
Environmental Policy	Pragmatic Conservation: – Balance conservation with economic growth Market-Based Solutions: – Innovation	Climate Justice: – Address environmental justice Aggressive Regulation: – Reduce carbon emissions

This table contrasts key elements of the conservative policy agenda of the GOP’s Project 2025 with those typically associated with the Democratic Party’s agenda for 2025.

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Values to Live By

• A Love of Truth—essential for a just, inclusive and progressive society;
• A Sense of Justice—recognition of the rights and needs, of all.
• Spirit of Cooperation—based on active goodwill and the principle of right human relationships;
• A Sense of Personal Responsibility—for group, community and national affairs;
• Serving the Common Good—through the sacrifice of selfishness. Only what is good for all is good for each one.

These are spiritual values, inspiring the conscience and the consciousness of those who serve to create a better way of life. These values are crucial in creating a just, inclusive, and progressive society.

The current global crises are fundamentally spiritual, testing the character and intentions of individuals. The world situation calls for a re-evaluation of personal values and stresses the importance of adopting spiritual values over material ones to ensure the well-being and progress of society.

Key principles highlighted by these spiritual values include unity, social harmony, security, freedom, and general well-being for all. We must become advocates for transcending selfishness to foster international cooperation, mutual tolerance, and sharing, which can lead to world peace and disarmament as envisioned by the United Nations.

The ultimate goal is to build a new world order where nations and individuals contribute selflessly to the collective good, promoting right human relationships and economic stability based on sharing and goodwill.

Source: https://www.lucistrust.org/e_pamphlets/values_live_by2

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Consumer Reports Approach to Assessing Project 2025

The subsequent bar charts illustrate each policy statement from both the GOP’s Project 2025 and the Democratic Party, evaluated based on an index measuring the strength of association (ranging from -3 to +3) with the “Five Values to Live By” (numbered 1 through 5 in the charts).

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Analysis of GOP 2025 Project Against Five Spiritual Values

Upon evaluating the GOP 2025 Project against the Five Spiritual Values—A Love of Truth, A Sense of Justice, Spirit of Cooperation, A Sense of Personal Responsibility, and Serving the Common Good—it is observed that the GOP’s policies show varying degrees of alignment with these values.

Key Observations:

1. Personal Responsibility:
   • The GOP 2025 Project exhibits a good correlation with Democratic policies in the area of personal responsibility. This suggests a shared emphasis on individual accountability as a fundamental value.
2. Love of Truth:
   • The correlation with the value of “love of truth” is notably weaker. This is particularly concerning given the context surrounding the GOP 2025 presumptive presidential candidate. The candidate’s criminal convictions and reputation for dishonesty undermine the GOP’s alignment with this value.
   • The candidate’s actions, which include constitutional violations and intentions to retaliate against political adversaries, further erode any perceived commitment to truth.
3. Other Values:
   • Across other values such as A Sense of Justice, Spirit of Cooperation, and Serving the Common Good, the GOP 2025 Project shows little to no alignment. These findings suggest a divergence from principles upheld by the Democratic policies and the spiritual guidelines set forth by the Lucis Trust.

Conclusion:

The overall analysis indicates that the GOP 2025 Project primarily aligns with the value of personal responsibility, with a tenuous connection to the value of love of truth that is effectively negated by the candidate’s actions and history. This reinforces the notion that the GOP 2025 Project is in significant contradiction to the Five Spiritual Values endorsed by the Lucis Trust on behalf of the planetary spiritual Hierarchy.

This assessment suggests that the GOP’s current trajectory may be at odds with principles designed to guide ethical and spiritual conduct, emphasizing the need for a critical evaluation of their policies and leadership.

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Dear Mr. President,

As a retired Commissioned Officer of the US Public Health Service and the son of a Korean War veteran, I want, first and foremost, to thank you for your honorable service to our country.

I am a decade younger than you and, like you, I could have retired, in the company of friends and family, to comfortably enjoy the rewards of a 35-year career as a public servant. Instead, you and I have chosen to redeem such rewards in the service of our country, albeit at quite different levels. You hold the highest office in the US government and are the most powerful leader in the world. I, at a much humbler level, decided to spend my retirement as a spiritually trained observer within a group of world servers tasked with dispelling the heresy of separateness in the field of politics.

Nonpartisan politics is one of seven fields of service engaging the attention of the planetary spiritual Hierarchy, the inner spiritual government of the world, aiming to establish a hierarchical democracy in the United States and worldwide.

Hierarchical Democracy

A form of constitutional government (of the enlightened people, by the enlightened people, for the enlightenment of the people) in which political power is exercised by consent of the governed, as a result of consensus between an enlightened meritocracy of servers qualified by spiritual training and experience, and the free and fully informed (good) will of an enlightened public, adept in self-rule and right human relations.

Source: https://hierarchicaldemocracy.wordpress.com/

I believe in your cause of saving the soul of America. I voted for you in 2020, as I would have voted for Lincoln and Roosevelt if I had been born then. You belong to the same lineage of political world servers, servant leaders inspired by the planetary spiritual Hierarchy.

You have made a formidable contribution to sealing the door against the evil represented by the MAGA movement. In my nonpartisan approach to politics, evil is anything that takes us back to darker times. You are serving the Forces of Light in this battle for the soul of our country.

I was unable to meet you after the presidential debate held last Thursday here in Atlanta, my hometown since 1985. I do not belong to the group of wealthy donors who can have access to you by the power of their wealth, a corruption of democracy. However, like you, I believe in the power of truth, as you forcefully stated in your post-debate fiery speech in North Carolina last Friday.

Therefore, I would like to take this opportunity to share with you my humble measure of truth, not backed by a multimillion-dollar donation but rather by spiritual conviction and the scientific rigor of a trained observer. What happened last Thursday at the debate was not “a bad night.” The difficulty in finding the right words (“fumbling for words”), momentarily confusing terms (“trillionaires” to “billionaires”), and losing the train of thought — a tendency consistently found in your non-scripted public speeches as of late — can sometimes be observed in various forms of cognitive decline or dysfunction, particularly in older adults.

Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is a stage between the expected cognitive decline of normal aging and the more serious decline of dementia. Such more serious decline you certainly show no evidence of. MCI involves cognitive changes that are noticeable but not severe enough to interfere significantly with daily life. Individuals may experience memory issues, problems with language (like finding the right words), and other cognitive difficulties, yet still maintain their normal daily activities.

You must face the facts and not adopt the deceptive “denial, deflection, and delaying” tactics of your opponent, whose psychopathology is moral rather than physical. Anyone in your inner circle of trust, no matter how loving their intention, must not protect you from the facts. Any advice contrary to the facts must be dismissed, even if provided by close and trusted political advisors deluded by their loyalty to power, not to you.

It may be too late to change course regarding your presumptive nomination as the candidate for the Democratic Party in the 2024 presidential election. Or may it not be. Time will tell. Regardless, my considered advice is for you to come forth with the factual recognition of your mild cognitive impairment and with your willingness to expose yourself to a vote of confidence at the forthcoming Democratic convention, freeing up your delegates to vote their conscience.

Prior to the Convention, Vice President Harris and you, and the senior leadership of the Democratic Party in both the House and the Senate, as well as Democratic governors across the nation, must swiftly convene an emergency conclave. This gathering would aim to strategically nominate a presidential candidate capable of decisively defeating the MAGA agenda, especially in the pivotal battleground states crucial to determining the outcome of the November 2024 US presidential election. I am not ruling out that you may be the consensus candidate recommended by the conclave of senior leaders at this late stage of the nomination process.

The presidency of the United States is not an individual but a team effort. If you emerge as the leader of a presidential team represented by the Democratic conclave of senior leaders supporting you at the Convention, with the full support of the voting delegates, even after considering your mild cognitive impairment in need of “special accommodations,” an impairment which is not disqualifying for the job, your chances of beating the MAGA candidate would be greatly enhanced. True, your opponent’s moral turpitude would have readily disqualified him in a hierarchical democracy, but we are not there yet.

Once committed to such a vetting process, you would also be pledged to offer your full support, political and monetary, to any other consensus candidate recommended by the conclave of senior leaders and selected at the Democratic convention. Regardless of the outcome, the Democratic resistance movement must emerge united.

This upcoming presidential election is not a partisan binary choice between individuals. It is a choice between upholding or defeating our constitutional democracy. Loyalty to the cause of defeating evil is above any personal loyalties.

May the Forces of Light inspire you and deliver us from the evil of the MAGA movement, an existential threat to democracy, in the United States and worldwide.

Truly yours,

/s/

José Becerra, MD
Atlanta, GA
jb@ngsm.org