It is impossible to conceive of a more efficient system for suppressing debate and controlling individuals. Lawrence Wright
People could exit easily enough, but they could never leave.Lawrence Wright
Scientology presents a facade to the world in the form of celebrities, while controlling people through fear, intimidation, and ruthless coercion.Lawrence Wright
L. Ron Hubbard was not the man his followers or his public believed him to be.Lawrence Wright
If there is a hell and it has a high-water mark, maybe it’s here.Lawrence Wright
Anyone who actually had contact with Hubbard knew that his life-story was a moving target.Lawrence Wright
Imprisonment is an illusion, a mental construct created by one's own fear and credulity.Lawrence Wright
Scientology’s controversial impact comes in part from its profoundly American energy and conceit, which is both its strength and its tragic flaw.Lawrence Wright
The Church exists to extort and abuse its followers, rather than improve their lives.Lawrence Wright
Scientology is not a conventional religion, but a system designed to maximize mental control while accruing maximum profit.Lawrence Wright