NRT
03-10-2011, 02:41 AM
I heard that the controversial black muslim Louis Farrakhan, leader of the Nation of Islam has embraced scientology and incorporated their dianetics program in the NOIs teachings. Farrakhan also gave praises to Ron Hubbard, the controversial Scientology founder. He and another black leader Al Sharpton were invited to a scientology gathering.
I dont get this. Could the answer be that Farrakhan is trying to re innvent himself in a post Obama America? Remember the president refused to accept Farrakhan's endorsement and support during the election campaign, and accused him of being 'racially divisive'.
But why join with the controversial scientologists which has been likened to a cult? Ron Hubbard was originally a science fiction author, who decided to create his own religion, which attracted a lot in hollywood. Not surprising since self promotion is a common feature in that industry. Also the founder has been accused of having racist views on blacks. The Nation of islam is supposed to be a militant and independent pro black movement. Are their members ok with that and dont see it as a contradiction or sell out?
Scientologists have been allowed to sell their books and merchandise at their major rallies. Arent they concerned with being associated with a group which once viewed whites as 'devils' because of their treatment of blacks in America? Or are cults not bothered, its about getting in the numbers and making money of them?
I dont get this. Could the answer be that Farrakhan is trying to re innvent himself in a post Obama America? Remember the president refused to accept Farrakhan's endorsement and support during the election campaign, and accused him of being 'racially divisive'.
But why join with the controversial scientologists which has been likened to a cult? Ron Hubbard was originally a science fiction author, who decided to create his own religion, which attracted a lot in hollywood. Not surprising since self promotion is a common feature in that industry. Also the founder has been accused of having racist views on blacks. The Nation of islam is supposed to be a militant and independent pro black movement. Are their members ok with that and dont see it as a contradiction or sell out?
Scientologists have been allowed to sell their books and merchandise at their major rallies. Arent they concerned with being associated with a group which once viewed whites as 'devils' because of their treatment of blacks in America? Or are cults not bothered, its about getting in the numbers and making money of them?