MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 116

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, dated November/December 2005, is titled Issue #116 and focuses on the pervasive influence of disinformation in the UFO field. The cover story, "HOW DISINFORMATION EXPERTS SPREAD FEAR ABOUT UFOS" by Anne Strieber, features insights from UFO investigator Bill Moore.

Disinformation and Government Cover-ups

Bill Moore explains that disinformation is a strategic game played by intelligence agencies, such as the CIA, to manipulate public perception of UFOs. He states that successful disinformation campaigns incorporate elements of truth to appear credible, leading people to accept and spread the false information. The article suggests that many frightening UFO stories might originate from disinformation experts, and while direct proof of U.S. government sponsorship is lacking, circumstantial evidence is growing.

The issue references the Roswell incident in July 1947, where the Air Force allegedly covered up the recovery of unusual debris, coinciding with the start of the Cold War and fears of Soviet expansionism. The creation of the CIA in 1947 is also mentioned as a starting point for government secrecy.

The Paul Bennewitz Case

The journal details the work of Paul Bennewitz, a physicist who investigated alleged alien communication devices and low-frequency signals from UFOs. Bennewitz became convinced that aliens were controlling individuals and was photographing strange lights near the Manzano Nuclear Weapons Storage Facility. Bill Moore became involved when an intelligence community contact offered him sensitive information in exchange for details about Bennewitz and APRO, suspecting a recruitment effort.

Moore realized Bennewitz was of significant interest to multiple government agencies, who were attempting to defuse him with disinformation. Moore decided to cooperate to witness the disinformation process firsthand. Bennewitz's claims became increasingly bizarre, a mix of truth and disinformation, leading him to believe malevolent aliens were in league with the government to take over the planet. His research eventually led to him being hospitalized under psychiatric care.

Moore recounts how the disinformation campaign effectively prevented mainstream media and scientific communities from paying attention to Bennewitz's claims, burying any elements of truth. He suggests that Bennewitz may have stumbled upon signals from a classified government project, or that a real UFO project used disinformation as a cover. Moore concludes that U.S. government counterintelligence has conducted a decades-long campaign of deception regarding the UFO phenomenon.

Philip Klass and the Discrediting of Researchers

The issue highlights the actions of Philip Klass, a prominent UFO debunker, who sent an unsolicited letter in August 1980 to the National Research Council (NRC) in Canada, smearing nuclear physicist Stanton Friedman. Klass characterized Friedman as a "snake-oil salesman" and a "showman" whose lectures were filled with falsehoods. Klass also sent a "White Paper" illustrating Friedman's alleged modus operandi. The letter aimed to warn the NRC about Friedman and advised them to handle him cautiously.

Klass's actions are interpreted as fear-mongering, aimed at scientists already hesitant to deal with UFO reports. The NRC memo generated by Klass's letter expressed concern about the publicity Friedman could generate and suggested handing over UFO files to someone not responsible for scientific research. This led to a decision to transfer older UFO files to the Public Archives of Canada. The article notes that Klass's tactics were typical of his career, aimed at intimidating institutions and the media away from UFO study, possibly on behalf of U.S. intelligence agencies.

The CE4 Corner: Contact Scenarios

This section, by Craig R. Lang, explores the implications of overt alien contact. It discusses potential societal disruptions, referencing the "White House Lawn" scenario and the negative reactions predicted in the 1960 Brookings Report. The Hale-Bopp comet incident and the Heaven's Gate cult suicide are presented as a cautionary tale, suggesting that "enlightened" E.T.s might postpone overt contact due to potential negative reactions.

Historical precedents of contact between civilizations are examined, showing how lower-technology cultures often suffer. The question of "Who speaks for Earth?" is raised, highlighting the lack of global agreement on representation.

The article discusses a Popular Mechanics article on "When UFOs Arrive," which posits that government and military would likely take over any E.T. contact scenario, potentially leading to a "State of Emergency" response rather than a welcoming one. The U.S. policy is described as potentially hostile towards E.T. visitors.

Gradual, Covert Contact

Given the severe problems associated with open contact, the article suggests that Visitors would likely employ a gradual, covert release of information to acclimate humanity. This process could involve methods to minimize impact and gradually prepare humanity for their presence, raising the question of whether this is already occurring.

Book Announcement and Interview

The issue announces the release of the book "Filer's Files: Worldwide Reports of UFO Sightings" by Maj. George A. Filer USAF (Ret) & David E. Twichell. It also features an exclusive interview with Dr. Steven Greer from Hustler Magazine, discussing the government's suppression of information about extraterrestrials and E.T. technology. Greer argues that revealing this technology could solve global energy crises and topple oppressive corporate-government structures. He recounts efforts to bring this information to light, including attempts to inform the Clintons and the media, with limited success.

George Filer's Experience

Maj. George A. Filer shares his personal journey into UFO investigation, starting with an encounter while flying for the U.S. Air Force. He describes a high-speed intercept of a large, unidentified object over the North Sea in 1962, which displayed incredible acceleration and speed, convincing him of the reality of UFOs. Filer states he has accumulated evidence over six years and believes UFOs are real, possibly conducting operations. He notes that while Air Force intelligence acknowledged the existence of UFO evidence, access was restricted.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around government secrecy, disinformation tactics employed by intelligence agencies, and the suppression of information regarding UFOs and potential extraterrestrial contact. The journal appears to support the view that a significant cover-up exists and that efforts are made to discredit researchers and prevent the public from accessing the truth. The editorial stance is critical of government secrecy and advocates for transparency regarding UFO phenomena and advanced technologies. The issue also explores the complex and potentially challenging nature of alien contact and humanity's preparedness for it.

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, dated October 17, 2005, is primarily focused on an extensive interview with Dr. Steven M. Greer, a prominent figure in UFO research. The journal also includes a report on a UFO sighting in Minnesota and an advertisement for a 'Project CADDET' device.

Interview with Steven Greer

The interview covers Greer's personal journey from medicine to full-time UFO investigation, citing a pivotal moment in 1990 when he learned of NATO and Belgian Air Force tracking of a massive UFO. He recounts witnessing an F-16 radar tape of a UFO exhibiting extreme speed and maneuverability beyond known human capabilities.

Greer describes close encounters, including a massive triangular craft descending over his car and a near-landing in England in 1992 involving a 100-foot diameter disc with visible occupants. His team has reportedly established communication with UFOs through light signals and beeping tones, suggesting a non-hostile intent from extraterrestrial visitors.

He asserts that governments have concealed extraterrestrial vehicles and deceased alien life forms, allegedly stored in an underground facility near Fort Huachuca, Arizona. Greer claims that secret programs are actively developing E.T. technology, particularly focusing on harnessing 'quantum vacuum' or 'zero-point' energy. He believes this technology, which could provide clean, sustainable energy, would render fossil fuels and nuclear power obsolete, thus threatening the existing global economic and power structures.

Greer alleges that powerful entities, formerly known as Majestic-12 and now referred to as PI-40, are behind this suppression. He names individuals like Admiral Boby Ray Inman and Admiral Harry Trane, along with figures like George Bush Sr., Cheney, and Rumsfeld, and mentions the Liechtenstein banking family and the Mormon corporate empire as having significant interests. He also points to secret cells within the Vatican.

Greer claims that his life and the lives of his associates have been threatened, citing the alleged assassination of CIA Director William Colby in 1996 as an example of the lengths to which these groups will go. He also alleges that scalar electromagnetic weapons can be used to induce cancer remotely.

Regarding media coverage, Greer cites a 1991 CIA document indicating that the agency actively suppresses UFO-related stories in major media outlets, questioning the notion of a free press. He notes that the media prioritizes sensational stories over potentially world-changing information.

Greer expresses optimism about the future, believing that E.T. technology will eventually be revealed, leading to a peaceful resolution, rehabilitation of Earth's environment, and the elimination of poverty. He refers to this as a 'space dividend' that would benefit humanity.

Minnesota Sighting

The journal reports a sighting from West Central Minnesota on September 14, 2005. It describes a bright white light that grew, split into six lights forming a triangle within a triangle, and then rapidly dispersed. The witness, who has seen many UFOs, managed to capture two photographs before the lights vanished.

Project CADDET Advertisement

An advertisement is included for 'Project CADDET,' a device invented by Dante Difranco, with the assistance of scientist Mike Muckerheide. Project CADDET is described as a 'Communication Attraction and Detection Device for Extra Terrestrials.' Difranco is seeking a home for the machine, having invested significantly in its development and seeking offers for the invention and its rights.

Minnesota MUFON Information

The issue provides contact information for Minnesota MUFON, including its State Director, Assistant State Director, Field Investigation Coordinator, and Journal Editor. It also lists a website for the Minnesota MUFON Journal and a national hotline for reporting UFO news.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO coverups, the potential of advanced extraterrestrial technology (particularly zero-point energy and antigravity), government secrecy, and the suppression of information by mainstream media. The editorial stance, as represented by the content and the inclusion of Greer's interview, is one of advocating for disclosure and highlighting the potential benefits of E.T. technology for humanity and the planet, while also acknowledging the significant resistance and danger involved in pursuing this agenda.