Actor Jason Beghe Shows Support For Anti-Scientology Protests In San Francisco
Since his infamous video denouncing his former faith of Scientology hit the internet, actor Jason Beghe has kept a relatively low profile. Jason, who is described by those who’ve met him, as a very down to earth and friendly guy, has shunned the media which has descended upon him like cicadas, but this however, did NOT stop him from showing his support at the San Francisco Anonymous protests this past Saturday on May 10th.
Here’s a great report from PRLog about Jason’s visit at the protest.
There are some who’ve questioned Jason’s motives for speaking out against Scientology, suggesting he was merely looking for media attention. Clearly these are folks who do not understand how difficult it is for former members to leave, let alone speak out about their experiences. Scientology’s hold over a person’s life can seem so insurmountable that despite the abuse, many choose to stay regardless of their desire to find freedom away from the “cult-like” mentality ingrained in them. Fame and fortune do not immunize you from brain-washing. Jason is as much a hero to the anti-Scientology movement as anyone else who’s stood on the front lines willing to take the heat. Bravo Jason!
Here’s more on Jason and Anonymous from PR- Insider:
Actor Jason Beghe is a veteran television and movie actor appearing in shows such as “Numb3rs”, “CSI: NY”, “Cane”, and “Melrose Place”. His movie credits include G.I Jane, Monkey Shines, and many others. He has been working in Hollywood for over 25 years and is friends with “The X-Files Actor” David Duchovny.
Anonymous is a loose, leaderless collective of individuals from all walks of life who use the internet and are united by the power of ideas. First known as internet pranksters, Anonymous projects have resulted in the closing of the white-supremacist radio show produced by Hal Turner, and the criminal prosecution of Canadian pedophile Chris Forcand. Anonymous has been called a “Cyber Vigilante Group” by The Toronto Sun and Global News. The next Anonymous protest in San Francisco will be on Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM and will focus on the abuses of the cult of Scientology’s “navy” called The Sea Org. Anonymous protestors are encouraged to wear pirate costumes in honor of the “Anonymous navy” called The Sea Arrrgh.
[Jason Beghe photos courtesy of Anmoyunos]
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Dawn,
Thank you so much for this coverage. It’s so nice to finally get press in SF for all the work we do. Jason Beghe is such a cool guy and his visit was a complete and uplifing surprise. Check out our thread at Enturbulation for more pics, etc.
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Pingback by Jason Beghe shows up at San Francisco protest - Page 6 - Enturbulation.org Activism Forums — May 12, 2008 @ 6:54 pm
I think I freaked him out a little when I approached him and said, “I think I owe you this man” and gave him a big old hug and a very sincere “welcome home”.
We gave him a couple of the even lanyards from the previous and current raids, which he very much appreciated.
I very much hope that he feels like he’s got a very strong community behind him as well as his decisions to leave this horrible mind raping cult.
I wish he could have stayed a bit longer, but he stated he had just gotten in town and hadn’t eaten. We didn’t hold him any longer. It was nice to have him there as long as we did.
Comment by OT666 — May 13, 2008 @ 1:52 am
EVENT lanyards rather (I make them every month for the raids)
Comment by OT666 — May 13, 2008 @ 1:55 am
I figured curiosity may eventually bring him out to a protest. I certainly wasn’t expecting it so soon though.
I hope he realizes how much it means to all of us for him to show his support like that. It is incredibly motivating.
At the risk of sounding like a total fangirl, he is one beautiful man!
Comment by liz — May 14, 2008 @ 5:08 pm