UFO-RAMA

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: Nr. 105
Date: November 2007
Type: Monthly Ufological Bulletin from Italy and the World

Editorial

The editorial criticizes the recurring political tactic of promising to clarify the UFO question during election campaigns, a strategy used since the 1960s. It laments that UFO enthusiasts are unable to form an autonomous political movement to hold candidates accountable for their promises. The editorial argues that the current situation is 'anti-ufology' and that the UFO community struggles to coalesce into a permanent movement, likening the lack of political organization to 'extraterrestrialism' rather than politics.

Articles

La sortita di Kucinich «Sì, ho visto un Ufo» (The sortie of Kucinich: "Yes, I saw a UFO")

This article from *Corriere della Sera* reports on US Democratic presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich's admission of having seen a UFO. The revelation came during a televised debate and was initially disclosed by actress Shirley MacLaine in her memoir, describing a triangular, silent, hovering object seen over her Washington State home. Kucinich, a former mayor of Cleveland, also referenced Jimmy Carter's UFO sighting and questioned the mental state of President George Bush, quoting Helmut Schmidt's advice for politicians with 'visions' to see a doctor.

Lo Shuttle porta l'Italia nello Spazio (The Shuttle takes Italy into Space)

This piece from *Corriere della Sera* (metro section) details the launch of the Space Shuttle Discovery for a mission to the International Space Station (ISS). On board is Italian astronaut Paolo Nespoli, marking his fifth space mission. The article notes that the mission is part of a program that aims to send Chinese astronauts to the Moon by 2020. The satellite is named 'Chang'e' after a mythical Chinese princess.

Tutti gli ufo del presidente: Bill Clinton svela i documenti sugli extraterrestri (All the president's UFOs: Bill Clinton reveals documents on extraterrestrials)

This *La Stampa* article reports that the State Archives, at the request of former President Bill Clinton, have made public documents and photographs related to unidentified flying objects during his presidency. While not expected to reveal state secrets, the information is of interest to UFO enthusiasts. The archives contain numerous documents detailing Clinton's communications and meetings concerning extraterrestrial objects, including correspondence with the Project Starlight Coalition. Emails from Clinton's staff director, John Podesta, also reference the TV series 'X-files' and the infamous Area 51.

Gli alieni invadono la politica (Aliens invade politics)

Another *La Stampa* article discusses how UFOs have entered the political arena in the US, with two Democratic presidential candidates calling for full disclosure on UFO sightings. A symposium of former high-ranking officials from seven countries proposed reopening 'Project Blue Book', the US Air Force's investigation into UFOs from 1947 to 1969. The article recounts the 1986 Anchorage incident where Japan Air Lines pilots reported a large, luminous object. It also mentions Fife Symington, former Governor of Arizona, who claims to have seen a delta-shaped craft, and emphasizes the public's distrust of government explanations. The article notes that Bill Richardson, Governor of New Mexico, has called for the government to reveal secrets about the Roswell incident.

La Nasa riapre il caso dell'ufo di Kecksburg (NASA reopens the Kecksburg UFO case)

This *Corriere della Sera* article details the 1965 Kecksburg incident, where a luminous blue object reportedly crashed in Pennsylvania woods, leading to a government cover-up and witness intimidation. Despite initial explanations of a meteorite or Russian satellite, the government has maintained that nothing significant occurred. However, NASA spokesperson Steve McConnell has stated that two boxes of documents related to the incident have disappeared. Journalist Leslie Kean, who sued NASA under transparency laws, has been instrumental in pushing for the release of these documents, and a judge has ordered NASA to produce them by the end of the year. Stan Gordon, a private investigator, believes the government knows more than it has revealed.

Spazio, in orbita satellite lunare Cina (Space, Chinese lunar satellite in orbit)

This brief report from Televideo.Rai.it states that China's first lunar satellite, 'Chang'e', has entered lunar orbit. Launched on October 24th, the mission is part of China's program to send astronauts to the Moon by 2020.

APOCALISSE NEL 2060, DISSE NEWTON NEL 1704 (Apocalypse in 2060, Newton said in 1704)

This article discusses a prediction of the end of the world in 2060, based on a 1704 letter by Isaac Newton. The prediction is derived from biblical passages in the Book of Daniel and calculates the date based on 1,260 years after the proclamation of the Holy Roman Empire by Charlemagne in 800 AD.

Video: Barricati nella grotta (Video: Barricaded in a cave)

A brief mention of a video report about a sect in Russia awaiting the end of the world, with a child among them.

Ritorno d'interesse (Return of interest)

A short piece by Filippo Testa suggesting a renewed interest in extraterrestrials, with new sightings and reopened investigations, possibly driven by a desire for guidance from a wiser, external source.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of UFO phenomena with current events, particularly politics and government actions. There's a recurring theme of skepticism towards official explanations and a call for greater transparency. The editorial stance appears to be critical of political opportunism regarding UFOs and advocates for a more organized and influential UFO movement. The publication also covers space exploration news and historical UFO cases, suggesting a broad interest in the subject from both contemporary and historical perspectives.