Um, except for the fact that the Freewinds is not allowed in any US port because of its many failures and hazards and pollutants. "No expense has been spared" -- Thank you, Scientology, for letting the US taxpayers support your magnificent and luxurious extravaganzas. Speaking of which, WHY THE FUCK DOES A "CHURCH" OWN A LUXURY OCEAN LINER?

Did you know that when Scientology members go on a Caribbean cruise on this Deathboat, the whole thing is a tax write-off? And do you remember that Tom Cruise birthday party video from a month or so back, where he boogies down on the Freewinds? That party was a tax write-off.

Anyway, we'll see if the Scilon spokeswoman's prediction comes true. It won't.

Check out http://www.operating-thetan.com, http://www.xenu.net, and http://www.youfoundthecard.com to learn the truth about Scientology.

PS to any Scientologist commenters: ANOTHER "DOWNSTAT" THURSDAY for you! ha ha!

Karen Pouw is a flat out liar. For anyone curious, call the company who has the ship in drydock and ask them yourself.

Curacao Drydock Company, Inc. Dokweg 1, Koningsplein, P.O. Box 3012, Cura硯, Netherlands Antilles
Telephone:
+(5999)-733-0000
Fax:
+(5999)-736-5580
E-mail:
info@cdmnv.com

Karen I honestly hope you rot in hell for not helping the people who were exposed seek medical attention.

"The true and accurate story is that the Freewinds is being restored to better than new condition and no expense has ever been spared in meeting the highest safety standards of any seagoing vessel."

The factual truth, according to sources, is that the Freewinds is packed with deadly blue asbestos, and that boat isn't going anywhere any time soon. So just drop the lying, drop the spin, and eat that delicious justice. DM has been aware of the problem for a decade and chose to ignore it. Now you are trying to act like it didn't happen. Who are we to believe? A Scientologist, or dock officials?

Since there is proof, through Mr. Woodcraft's affidavit, that blue asbestos was first detected on the ship in the early 80s, and that Scientology officials chose to demonstrate incredible negligence for the well being of passenger and crew by continuing to promote trips on it, I think that anybody who has ever set foot on that death ship has a valid and actionable complaint.

Furthermore, local officials who've been feted on the Deathwinds now realize the depth of Scientology negligence. You have exposed them, as well as young sailors, to the deadliest form of asbestos known. And you just admitted to the latter.

Maybe some of those "maritime safety" courses you're bragging about should have included Haz-Mat instruction. I'm betting the people working on that boat weren't provided with adequate safety equipment as required when dealing with dangerous substances.

Cancel those floating congresses and events and kiss that sweet, sweet income goodbye, Karin. The only place that rustbucket's going is Davy Jones' Locker.

"The Freewinds will be completing its refit on schedule."

Oh, really?

Karin -- you really suck at lying. Anonymous is going to make sure you get caught red-handed every time you do it.

Here's proof she's lying again:

Scientology's annual CCHR convention aboard the Freewinds was scheduled for May 8th to the 15th. See a copy of the invite here:

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Knowing that this FAILBOAT has asbestos on it and that it's going to be stuck in port for a long, long time... an enterprising member of Anonymous called the Freewind Ship Office to try to book themselves for the May 8th event.

For your listening pleasure:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgcLdJpbdRA

No, Karin... the deathtrap is not sailing on time. Your own ship office confirms this. Odd, no mention of the asbestos though. Wonder why...

According to Jenna Miscavige, Karin Poiw's press statements are "novels."

OSHA has NEVER inspected to Freewinds, so it seems that Karin Poiw wish that the public would believe her claim that the Freewinds has met OSHA standards is just that, wishful thinking.

And really, What the FUCK is a church doing with a Luxery Liner. Someone should call Sen Charles Grassley since he is looking into similar conduct on the part of some "prosperity conscious" christian denominations whose leaders also have a taste for living high on the hog.

This has gone from a ship of fools to a death trap for thousands. May a good part of this travesty rest on your shoulders Karin.

So, Karin,

How many people have spent time on this floating carcinogenic timebomb?
How many scientologists have died of cancer?
What kind of treatment did the "church" provide for them, something similar to what was provided for Lisa MacPherson?
Who knew about the asbestos and when did they know it?
Has your insurer been advised, because I am certain they would be very interested in this piece of news.
How many crimes have YOU committed.....other than this one?

"The Freewinds regularly inspects the air quality on board and always meets or exceeds US standards." is an acceptable truth.

"There is no asbestos on the Freewinds." is a lie.

Karin chose to respond with the former statement rather than the latter, even though the latter (if taken as truth) would be far more placating and reassuring.

"The Freewinds is currently undergoing a complete refit, including renovations of all cabins and accommodations facilities" is an acceptable truth.

"The Freewinds has not been sealed by Curacao authorities" is a lie.

Again, Karin chose to respond with the former statement rather than the latter, even though the latter (if taken as truth) would be far more placating and reassuring.

Draw your own conclusions.

"He and the Freewinds have received numerous commendations from port authorities and other ships for the help they extended to the islands in ports of call..."

Karen, on behalf of Radar Online and interested parties everywhere, I invite you to share some of these high commendations your captain and his ship have received. We would really love to see some evidence of your claims. 'Cuz, you know what they say, docs or it didn't happen.

Oh, and one more thing. What do the people of Bonaire have to say about the truckloads of human waste you've been dumping....I mean, sharing with them for the past few years?

What do you have to say about this video, Karen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AJNukeykjc&mode=related&search=

LIAR, LIAR Pants on Fire!

Completed on schedule, Karin? Then why this?

http://forums.enturbulation.org/15-breaking-news/scientology-spinning-freewinds-delay-11923/

i'm a little confused... can't they just use their superpowers to walk on water? cant they fix the boat with their minds? cant they control small animals and have them remove the asbestos?

What will Li'l Davy do without his fake navy's only ship? What will he be Commodore of? Happy birthday Davy, hope you didn't breathe too much on your many cruises.

I changed the link to the Lawrence Woodcraft interview to Xenu TV, which deserves the credit for the original material. Sorry about the confusion. Tgray

Thank you very much for this article Tyler Gray and Radar Magazine for this article. It's frustrating isn't it?...trying to get information or even a direct response to a direct question from scientology?

Hard to communicate with people who, IMHO, not only practice revisionist history but also revisionist reality.

What kind of an organization has such patent disregard for the health of their membership? Give me strength!!

Shame, SHAME on the cult of Scientology! I am a former member of the cult who got out while he still had enough money to spend on food to his name. However the health hazards that I have been exposed to during my years spent in the Sea Org are irreversible. Scientology will never be able to give that back to me even if they wanted to (which they won't)

Damnit Scientology, keep your billion years of service, I just want the last years of my life back

Haha oh wow, way to deliver, Radar! Asking the tough questions and pushing for verification :3 Finally, a reporter that doesn't afraid of anything.
Hoping to see a follow-up of this story! CoS will probably only say how it is being hated on by you, though lulz

This is great work, Tyler. Thanks for pursuing this important developing story.