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What is the primary focus of the section titled 'Subliminal Rome'?
What is the primary focus of the section titled 'Subliminal Rome'?
Which chapter discusses the implications of the 'Immaculate Conception'?
Which chapter discusses the implications of the 'Immaculate Conception'?
In which chapter is 'The Madness of King George III' analyzed?
In which chapter is 'The Madness of King George III' analyzed?
What key element does Saussy argue identifies the group that runs the world?
What key element does Saussy argue identifies the group that runs the world?
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What is likely explored in the chapter titled 'Tweaking the Religious Right'?
What is likely explored in the chapter titled 'Tweaking the Religious Right'?
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What specific statue is mentioned as occupying a high point on the U.S. Capitol building?
What specific statue is mentioned as occupying a high point on the U.S. Capitol building?
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What does Chapter 13, 'The Secret Bridge', likely address?
What does Chapter 13, 'The Secret Bridge', likely address?
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According to Saussy, what happens when people learn about the true rulers of America?
According to Saussy, what happens when people learn about the true rulers of America?
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What historical timeframe does Saussy's analysis cover?
What historical timeframe does Saussy's analysis cover?
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What concept is likely examined in 'The Dogma of Independence'?
What concept is likely examined in 'The Dogma of Independence'?
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What does Pat Shannon refer to 'Rulers of Evil' as?
What does Pat Shannon refer to 'Rulers of Evil' as?
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In which chapter is 'Medici Learning' explored?
In which chapter is 'Medici Learning' explored?
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Which chapter title suggests a focus on the interplay between death and rebirth?
Which chapter title suggests a focus on the interplay between death and rebirth?
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What does Saussy suggest is necessary to begin to understand the group controlling America?
What does Saussy suggest is necessary to begin to understand the group controlling America?
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What type of evidence does Saussy match historical clues against in his work?
What type of evidence does Saussy match historical clues against in his work?
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What does 'American Graffiti' likely analyze?
What does 'American Graffiti' likely analyze?
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What does the author imply about conventional perceptions of power?
What does the author imply about conventional perceptions of power?
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What theme might be addressed in 'Moving In'?
What theme might be addressed in 'Moving In'?
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What was the main role of the Jesuits as described in the text?
What was the main role of the Jesuits as described in the text?
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Who were the Huguenots, as discussed in the text?
Who were the Huguenots, as discussed in the text?
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What was a significant event that led to the Huguenots settling in America?
What was a significant event that led to the Huguenots settling in America?
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In what century did the Jesuits reportedly become less controversial?
In what century did the Jesuits reportedly become less controversial?
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What does the term 'swordless army' refer to in the context of the Jesuits?
What does the term 'swordless army' refer to in the context of the Jesuits?
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What is one reason given for the Jesuits getting into trouble with civil governments?
What is one reason given for the Jesuits getting into trouble with civil governments?
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What did the speaker forget about as they focused on their college career?
What did the speaker forget about as they focused on their college career?
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Where did the Huguenots reportedly settle after their persecution?
Where did the Huguenots reportedly settle after their persecution?
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Which of the following areas is NOT governed by the committees and subcommittees of the United States Senate and House of Representatives?
Which of the following areas is NOT governed by the committees and subcommittees of the United States Senate and House of Representatives?
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What is one of the specific oversight responsibilities of these committees?
What is one of the specific oversight responsibilities of these committees?
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Which of the following issues is related to health according to the committees and subcommittees outlined?
Which of the following issues is related to health according to the committees and subcommittees outlined?
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Which aspect of consumer awareness is suggested to be covered by the committees?
Which aspect of consumer awareness is suggested to be covered by the committees?
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Which area concerning the environment does the committee address?
Which area concerning the environment does the committee address?
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Which of the following best describes the role of these committees concerning drug-related issues?
Which of the following best describes the role of these committees concerning drug-related issues?
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Which area is related to financial oversight responsibilities mentioned in the committees' roles?
Which area is related to financial oversight responsibilities mentioned in the committees' roles?
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Which of the following individuals was NOT listed as a member of these committees?
Which of the following individuals was NOT listed as a member of these committees?
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Which of the following topics is related to labor issues in the committees' areas?
Which of the following topics is related to labor issues in the committees' areas?
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What type of economic policy is mentioned in relation to the committees' responsibilities?
What type of economic policy is mentioned in relation to the committees' responsibilities?
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What was the purpose of the Bull of Indulgence issued by Pope Leo X?
What was the purpose of the Bull of Indulgence issued by Pope Leo X?
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How much did one have to pay for absolution from committing murder according to the indulgences?
How much did one have to pay for absolution from committing murder according to the indulgences?
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What major architectural project was funded by half the revenues from the sale of indulgences?
What major architectural project was funded by half the revenues from the sale of indulgences?
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What document did Martin Luther famously post in protest against the indulgence sales?
What document did Martin Luther famously post in protest against the indulgence sales?
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What did Luther encourage Christians to pursue instead of purchasing indulgences?
What did Luther encourage Christians to pursue instead of purchasing indulgences?
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How long was Martin Luther detained in Wartburg Castle?
How long was Martin Luther detained in Wartburg Castle?
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Who was the father of Pope Leo X, a significant figure in Florence?
Who was the father of Pope Leo X, a significant figure in Florence?
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What was one of the items claimed to be owned by the church that was worth millions of years of indulgences?
What was one of the items claimed to be owned by the church that was worth millions of years of indulgences?
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Which individual served as the Director of the CIA during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?
Which individual served as the Director of the CIA during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?
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Joseph Biden was a part of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Joseph Biden was a part of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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Who was the National Security Advisor mentioned in the document?
Who was the National Security Advisor mentioned in the document?
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The entire Senate Foreign Relations Committee was governed by __________.
The entire Senate Foreign Relations Committee was governed by __________.
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Match the following individuals with their respective positions:
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Which senator was responsible for the International Economic Policy?
Which senator was responsible for the International Economic Policy?
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The document states that Roman Catholics had no influence over federal legislative activity.
The document states that Roman Catholics had no influence over federal legislative activity.
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What did Martin Luther do while imprisoned at Wartburg Castle?
What did Martin Luther do while imprisoned at Wartburg Castle?
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Name one responsibility held by the committees and subcommittees as described in the text.
Name one responsibility held by the committees and subcommittees as described in the text.
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Inigo experienced a transformation in his attachment to Princess Catherine to a higher attachment to Mary, the Queen of Heaven.
Inigo experienced a transformation in his attachment to Princess Catherine to a higher attachment to Mary, the Queen of Heaven.
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What was the primary conflict defined by the simultaneous quests for holiness by Luther and Inigo?
What was the primary conflict defined by the simultaneous quests for holiness by Luther and Inigo?
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Vernon Walters held the title of __________ during this period.
Vernon Walters held the title of __________ during this period.
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Inigo's attachment to Princess Catherine transformed into an attachment to Mary, the __________ of Heaven.
Inigo's attachment to Princess Catherine transformed into an attachment to Mary, the __________ of Heaven.
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Who among the following was not directly mentioned as part of the Roman Catholic leadership in American domestic policy?
Who among the following was not directly mentioned as part of the Roman Catholic leadership in American domestic policy?
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Match the following figures with their actions or beliefs:
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What did the Main Street Journal primarily report on?
What did the Main Street Journal primarily report on?
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The Framers of the Constitution voted in favor of the monetary system being advocated in the Main Street Journal.
The Framers of the Constitution voted in favor of the monetary system being advocated in the Main Street Journal.
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Who did James Earl Ray want to help him write his autobiography?
Who did James Earl Ray want to help him write his autobiography?
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The MSJ was published more or less __________.
The MSJ was published more or less __________.
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Match the following individuals with their associated descriptions:
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What significant event occurred two years after the author's trial?
What significant event occurred two years after the author's trial?
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The author believed that James Earl Ray was wrongly condemned for his actions.
The author believed that James Earl Ray was wrongly condemned for his actions.
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What did the governing bodies lose due to the author's activism?
What did the governing bodies lose due to the author's activism?
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Who is identified as a key figure in a Jesuit strategy that influenced the American Revolution?
Who is identified as a key figure in a Jesuit strategy that influenced the American Revolution?
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The Jesuits played a prominent role in encouraging New Englanders to remain loyal to Great Britain during the American Revolution.
The Jesuits played a prominent role in encouraging New Englanders to remain loyal to Great Britain during the American Revolution.
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In what year did the journey of investigation regarding Jesuit influence in American history begin?
In what year did the journey of investigation regarding Jesuit influence in American history begin?
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The events that led to Great Britain's division in 1776 were attributed to an ingenious Jesuit _____ .
The events that led to Great Britain's division in 1776 were attributed to an ingenious Jesuit _____ .
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Match the following historical figures with their contributions or roles:
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What change occurred in the author's perception as a result of the investigation?
What change occurred in the author's perception as a result of the investigation?
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The investigation into Jesuit involvement was completed within two years.
The investigation into Jesuit involvement was completed within two years.
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Name one of the essential figures beside Jefferson and Adams mentioned in relation to America's constitutional origins.
Name one of the essential figures beside Jefferson and Adams mentioned in relation to America's constitutional origins.
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The author worked on the investigation from ____ to ____ .
The author worked on the investigation from ____ to ____ .
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The events leading to the American Revolution were solely the work of British discontent.
The events leading to the American Revolution were solely the work of British discontent.
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What was declared a heresy by Pope Gregory IX in the 13th century?
What was declared a heresy by Pope Gregory IX in the 13th century?
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The Inquisition punished all Christians equally regardless of their beliefs.
The Inquisition punished all Christians equally regardless of their beliefs.
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What role did local priests play during the Inquisition?
What role did local priests play during the Inquisition?
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Pope Gregory IX established the __________ to manage the persecution of heretics.
Pope Gregory IX established the __________ to manage the persecution of heretics.
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Match the following events to their descriptions:
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What was one consequence for those accused of heresy during the Inquisition?
What was one consequence for those accused of heresy during the Inquisition?
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The Inquisition treated any departure from community life as a potential sign of heresy.
The Inquisition treated any departure from community life as a potential sign of heresy.
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What is the significance of the term 'Dark Ages' in relation to the Bible?
What is the significance of the term 'Dark Ages' in relation to the Bible?
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Pope Gregory IX's response to unauthorized Bible study was that it is the duty of every Catholic to __________ heretics.
Pope Gregory IX's response to unauthorized Bible study was that it is the duty of every Catholic to __________ heretics.
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Which of the following best describes the inquisitors' approach upon entering a town?
Which of the following best describes the inquisitors' approach upon entering a town?
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Which individual served as the Secretary of State during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?
Which individual served as the Secretary of State during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?
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All members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee were Roman Catholics.
All members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee were Roman Catholics.
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Who was the Director of the CIA mentioned in the document?
Who was the Director of the CIA mentioned in the document?
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Judge William ______ was a National Security Advisor during the Reagan administration.
Judge William ______ was a National Security Advisor during the Reagan administration.
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Which senator was responsible for the Terrorism, Narcotics, and International Communications subcommittee?
Which senator was responsible for the Terrorism, Narcotics, and International Communications subcommittee?
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The document states that there was no area of federal legislative activity not controlled by a Roman Catholic.
The document states that there was no area of federal legislative activity not controlled by a Roman Catholic.
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Who served as the Ambassador to the Vatican State?
Who served as the Ambassador to the Vatican State?
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The National Security Advisor mentioned in the document besides Judge William Clark is ______.
The National Security Advisor mentioned in the document besides Judge William Clark is ______.
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Which individual was noted as a National Security Advisor and a Roman Catholic?
Which individual was noted as a National Security Advisor and a Roman Catholic?
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Which group did Carroll Quigley claim was focused on world domination?
Which group did Carroll Quigley claim was focused on world domination?
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F. Tupper Saussy occupied himself with the investigation of the powerful groups while being a fugitive.
F. Tupper Saussy occupied himself with the investigation of the powerful groups while being a fugitive.
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Who published 'The Protocols of the Elders of Zion'?
Who published 'The Protocols of the Elders of Zion'?
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According to conspiracy theories, the world is run by __________ factions.
According to conspiracy theories, the world is run by __________ factions.
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What did many Jewish writers claim in response to the publication of 'The Protocols of the Elders of Zion'?
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Carroll Quigley was known to be a professor at __________ University.
Carroll Quigley was known to be a professor at __________ University.
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F. Tupper Saussy completed his investigation into the powers that be without facing any legal repercussions.
F. Tupper Saussy completed his investigation into the powers that be without facing any legal repercussions.
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Who is regarded as the apostle and patron saint of France?
Who is regarded as the apostle and patron saint of France?
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What was Martin Luther doing during his imprisonment in Wartburg Castle?
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Missionary adaptation refers to bringing the papacy's needs in line with existing social patterns.
Missionary adaptation refers to bringing the papacy's needs in line with existing social patterns.
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Which two companions are mentioned alongside Denis in the text?
Which two companions are mentioned alongside Denis in the text?
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Loyola had a spiritual experience that led him away from secular attachments.
Loyola had a spiritual experience that led him away from secular attachments.
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What conflict is described as defining modern life's underlying issue?
What conflict is described as defining modern life's underlying issue?
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The adjustment of mission to cultural requirements is known as __________.
The adjustment of mission to cultural requirements is known as __________.
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The spiritual attachment to Princess Catharina transformed into an attachment to Mary, the __________.
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What has been a significant challenge to missionary adaptation?
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Rome and the Bible have always had a harmonious relationship.
Rome and the Bible have always had a harmonious relationship.
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What does the text suggest about the United States and Catholicism?
What does the text suggest about the United States and Catholicism?
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Every ruled society has some form of __________.
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Which historical figure excommunicated Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II?
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What was the charge filed against the speaker on July 31st?
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The Jesuits are accused of being responsible for the American Inquisition.
The Jesuits are accused of being responsible for the American Inquisition.
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What did the speaker claim to have covered regarding tax and monetary laws?
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The charges against the speaker were filed on the Feast Day of __________.
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What term was incorrectly used by authorities to label the speaker?
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The speaker was ultimately acquitted of charges related to 1977 tax filings.
The speaker was ultimately acquitted of charges related to 1977 tax filings.
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What was the duration of the proceedings that followed the charges against the speaker?
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The higher courts upheld the verdict concerning the speaker's failure in the year __________.
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What was a significant action taken by the authorities against the speaker during the trial?
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What was the main charge against the narrator?
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The narrator believed that the charges would not be dropped.
The narrator believed that the charges would not be dropped.
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Who was the prosecutor introduced to the narrator?
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The narrator was in a federal court in __________.
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What made John Mac Coon visibly agitated during their conversation?
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The narrator claimed to have a letter from the IRS confirming tax liability.
The narrator claimed to have a letter from the IRS confirming tax liability.
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What suggestion did the narrator make to John Mac Coon?
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Which of the following individuals served as the Secretary of State during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?
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Joseph Biden was not a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Joseph Biden was not a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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Name one of the National Security Advisors mentioned in the document.
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The entire Senate Foreign Relations Committee was governed by __________.
The entire Senate Foreign Relations Committee was governed by __________.
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Which Senator was responsible for the Subcommittee on European Affairs?
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Vernon Walters served as the Ambassador to the Vatican State.
Vernon Walters served as the Ambassador to the Vatican State.
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Who was the Ambassador to the Vatican State during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?
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The reported conspiracy was primarily linked to the presidency of __________.
The reported conspiracy was primarily linked to the presidency of __________.
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Which individual was NOT listed as part of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee?
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What was the term used to describe the period between Constantine and Gutenberg?
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What did Professor Carol A.B. Brown criticize regarding U.S. foreign policy?
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Pope Gregory IX encouraged the authorized study of the Bible.
Pope Gregory IX encouraged the authorized study of the Bible.
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The papacy has no influence on U.S. foreign policy according to the investigations conducted.
The papacy has no influence on U.S. foreign policy according to the investigations conducted.
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What was established by Pope Gregory IX to manage persecution of alleged heretics?
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Who was the Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter that mentioned a conspiracy involving President Reagan and Pope John Paul II?
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According to Pope Gregory IX, unauthorized Bible study was deemed a __________.
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The Pope, along with President Ronald Reagan, formed a _____ that impacted the outcome of the Cold War.
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Match the following groups with their relationship to the Bible during the Dark Ages:
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What was the effect of the alliance between President Reagan and Pope John Paul II, according to claims made?
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F. Tupper Saussy attributes his insights to discussions with intelligent prisoners.
F. Tupper Saussy attributes his insights to discussions with intelligent prisoners.
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How long did the author spend in private investigation before forming his conclusions?
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The principle of _____ is compromised when religious leaders are perceived to influence government policy.
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Which of these locations did the author conduct discussions with prisoners?
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What year was the name 'Rome' recorded in property records for the area known today as the District of Columbia?
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Daniel Carroll was a Protestant congressman from Maryland.
Daniel Carroll was a Protestant congressman from Maryland.
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Who appointed Daniel Carroll to head the commission selecting land for the federal city?
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The branch of the Potomac River bordering 'Rome' to the south was called __________.
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What was one of the comfortable houses within the bounds of Washington when Congress first met?
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The information regarding Daniel Carroll was removed from the New Catholic Encyclopedia due to its irrelevance.
The information regarding Daniel Carroll was removed from the New Catholic Encyclopedia due to its irrelevance.
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What two fundamental documents did Daniel Carroll sign?
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Daniel Carroll received his education at __________ Jesuit College in Flanders.
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What was Daniel Carroll's relationship to the Calverts?
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Which chapter focuses on the implications of the 'Dome of the Great Sky'?
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The chapter titled 'Marginalizing the Bible' discusses the role of the Bible in society.
The chapter titled 'Marginalizing the Bible' discusses the role of the Bible in society.
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What is discussed in Chapter 18?
What is discussed in Chapter 18?
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Chapter 15 is titled 'The Madness of King _________.
Chapter 15 is titled 'The Madness of King _________.
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Match the chapters with their central themes:
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What is the primary theme of Chapter 1?
What is the primary theme of Chapter 1?
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The chapter 'A Timely Grand Tour' discusses historical travel experiences.
The chapter 'A Timely Grand Tour' discusses historical travel experiences.
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What is the focus of Chapter 10?
What is the focus of Chapter 10?
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What was a consequence for individuals who refused to confess guilt during the Inquisition?
What was a consequence for individuals who refused to confess guilt during the Inquisition?
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All accused individuals during the Inquisition were informed of the charges against them.
All accused individuals during the Inquisition were informed of the charges against them.
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What technological invention contributed to increased literacy in communities during the time of the Inquisition?
What technological invention contributed to increased literacy in communities during the time of the Inquisition?
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Inquisitors were commanded to show no __________ during trials.
Inquisitors were commanded to show no __________ during trials.
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What was a key feature of trials conducted by the Inquisition?
What was a key feature of trials conducted by the Inquisition?
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The property of accused individuals was often forfeited and used to pay scribes and executioners.
The property of accused individuals was often forfeited and used to pay scribes and executioners.
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What was assumed about the property of accused individuals during the Inquisition?
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Those who balked at testifying were subjected to __________.
Those who balked at testifying were subjected to __________.
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Who was one of the primary beneficiaries of the wealth amassed from the Inquisition?
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Which of the following figures was claimed to have been re-consecrated and associated with Jesus?
Which of the following figures was claimed to have been re-consecrated and associated with Jesus?
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What was Iñigo de Loyola's birth year?
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The cross of Bacchus was accepted as an official symbol of the Crucifixion.
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Iñigo de Loyola was the oldest of thirteen children.
Iñigo de Loyola was the oldest of thirteen children.
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Study Notes
Introduction
- The author argues that the true rulers, whose influence is often ignored, reveal themselves through signs, mottos, and monuments.
- He uses historical clues and Bible references to back his claim.
- The book is an indispensable study resource.
Chapter 1: Subliminal Rome
- The author discusses the influence of the Roman Catholic Church and the Society of Jesus (Jesuits).
- The author points out that the Vatican has a history of influencing civil governments.
- The author is of Huguenot descent: a Protestant group targeted by Roman Catholicism for their faith. He notes the parallels between the treatment of Huguenots and Jews throughout history.
- The author reflects on a conversation he had at 30 about the Jesuits. He compares the historical persecution of Huguenots by the Jesuits to that of Jews by the Nazis.
Chapter 1: Subliminal Rome (Continued)
- The author lists several prominent Roman Catholic laypersons who served in important positions in the United States government.
- The author discusses Pope Leo X granting indulgences and the resulting controversy, which led to the Protestant Reformation.
- indulgences were purchased to gain forgiveness for sins.
- The revenue from indulgences funded St. Peter’s Cathedral and artistic projects.
- The author notes that Leo's father was Lorenzo de' Medici, a wealthy banker.
- Martin Luther protested against indulgences with his Ninety-Five Theses, challenging the Church's authority.
- Luther was detained by the Church, but later translated the Greek New Testament into German, contributing to the growth of Protestantism.
The Main Street Journal
- The author published a journal called “The Main Street Journal” to document the consequences of economic rights activism
Economic Rights Activism
- The author details the impact of activism on the economic system
- Based on his experience, the author believes economic rights activism is important and is defending the constitutional rights of citizens
- His stance is controversial and faces opposition from the authorities
The Author and James Earl Ray
- The author interviewed James Earl Ray, the self-proclaimed assassin of Martin Luther King, while he was in prison.
- The author thought Ray didn’t deserve being labeled as “the world’s most hated man”, and believed he was tortured into pleading guilty.
Jesuits and American History
- The author discovered a hidden Jesuit influence in American history, particularly in the American Revolution
- Lorenzo Ricci is identified as a key figure in the formation of the United States
Roman Catholic Influence on American Government
- The author lists prominent U.S. politicians who are Roman Catholic
- He argues that many of these individuals directly controlled the political and legislative processes in the United States, from both domestic and international levels.
The Catholic Church, The Bible, and The Dark Ages
- The Roman Catholic Church was against the public reading of the Bible
- The period between Constantine’s conversion to Christianity and Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press was known as the “Dark Ages.”
Pope Gregory IX and Bible Study
- Pope Gregory IX deemed unauthorized Bible study a heresy and established the Pontifical Inquisition for religious persecution.
- During this period, people were persecuted, even killed, for any deviation from the Pope’s doctrine and practices.
Martin Luther and Ignatius Loyola
- Martin Luther faced imprisonment for challenging the Roman Catholic Church with his Ninety-Five Theses.
- At the same time, Ignatius Loyola was undergoing a spiritual period of transformation and preparation to lead the church.
- Their different approaches to the Church highlight a fundamental conflict: “Which Master Do I Serve, Rome or the Word of God?”
Ignatius Loyola’s Spiritual Transformation
- Loyola was inspired by Saint Catherine and experienced an apparition of the Virgin Mary
- He believed he was freed from worldly desires and was called on to serve the church.
Jesuit Beliefs about Jerusalem
- Based on Loyola’s belief, a journey to Jerusalem was necessary to fight against those who challenged Scriptures and Catholicism.
Carroll Quigley
- Carroll Quigley, Bill Clinton's favorite professor at Georgetown University, stated in his writings that world domination was planned and controlled by a small, powerful group
- Quigley himself admitted to being part of this powerful group
The Search for Conspirators
- The internet abounds with conspiracy theories about who runs the world
- Some theories point to Freemasons, Skull & Bones, various secret societies, the CIA, Mossad, and "The British"
- A prominent theory centers around the International Banking Cartel
The Protocols of the Elders of Zion
- The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, a book which allegedly outlined a Jewish plan to take over the world, was published in 1906 by Victor Marsden
- Jewish writers denied responsibility for the book, accusing Catholics of spreading the document to defame the Jewish community
F. Tupper Saussy
- F. Tupper Saussy, a fugitive from the Department of Justice, conducted an extensive investigation into powerful influences on the government
- Saussy's research is documented in his book "Rulers of Evil"
Author's Personal Experience
- The author shares a personal story about being accused of tax evasion for criticizing the tax system, drawing comparisons to historical persecution of religious groups
- The author found the timing of the indictment suspicious, being filed on July 31st - Feast Day of Saint Ignatius Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits)
- The author's legal experience had similarities to the Roman Inquisition, which was administered by the Jesuits since 1542
- The author was ultimately acquitted of most of the charges and believed that his legal ordeal suggests a possible American Inquisition
Roman Catholics in American Politics
- Author cites a report by journalist Carl Bernstein highlighting the key positions held by devout Roman Catholics in the Reagan administration and the US government
- The author further emphasizes the Roman Catholic influence by stating that the Senate Foreign Relations Committee was primarily composed of Roman Catholic senators
Missionary Adaptation
- Missionary adaptation is a technique used by the Roman Catholic Church to spread influence by tailoring its message to conform to the existing social, cultural, and political norms of a region
- The church's strategy has allowed it to successfully integrate into predominantly secular societies, such as the United States, to the point that the country is perceived to be largely secular when in fact it is heavily influenced by Catholicism
Rome vs. Scripture
- The Roman papacy has a complex and often strained relationship with the Holy Bible
- This historical conflict between the Pope and the Bible will be explored further in the following chapter
A Clash of Masters
- The author contrasts the spiritual development of Ignatius Loyola, later known as Saint Ignatius, with the religious transformation of Martin Luther
- Saint Ignatius encountered a vision of the Virgin Mary that liberated him from earthly desires and led him to spiritual devotion and the fight against the Protestant Reformation
- Martin Luther spent a year in hiding, translating the Bible into German during a period of imprisonment for contradicting the Roman Catholic Church
- The author uses the story to highlight a defining tension in modern life: the choice between obedience to the Roman Church and a direct connection to the Word of God
Saint Ignatius' Journey
- Saint Ignatius had an experience that transformed his previous admiration for Princess Caterina into a higher spiritual connection to Mary, the Queen of Heaven
- He was also granted a vision that confirmed his purity from earthly desires and legitimized his pilgrimage to Jerusalem
- Martin Luther, on the other hand, had a drastically different perspective on the importance of Jerusalem, seeing it as no more significant than any other location
The Purpose of Jerusalem
- The author contrasts Martin Luther's perspective with the perspective of a spiritual warrior
- While Martin Luther downplayed Jerusalem's significance, a spiritual warrior preparing for a religious war against the Bible would see a visit to Jerusalem as crucial to the cause
The Church's Role in Politics
- The Roman Catholic Church has historically played a significant role in US politics.
- There are several examples of Catholic individuals holding high-ranking positions in government, such as the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
- Catholics were involved in the establishment of Washington D.C., with individuals like Daniel Carroll influential in its founding.
- The Catholic Church has exerted control over information and knowledge throughout history.
The Church's Suppression of the Bible
- The Roman Catholic Church suppressed independent study of the Bible, deeming it a heresy and persecuting those who engaged in it.
- This suppression led to a period known as the “Dark Ages” and resulted in the limitation of access to the Bible for the general public.
- The Papal Inquisition was established to eliminate heresy and maintain control over the religious practices of the people.
- This body would enter towns and communities, presenting their authority to local officials, and then preach against any dissent from Papal authority.
Early Life of Iñigo de Loyola
- Born in 1491, youngest of thirteen children to a wealthy family
- Served as a page in the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain
- Became friends with Ferdinand’s Belgian grandson: Charles Habsburg who became King Charles I of Spain and Emperor Charles V of Rome
- Charles Habsburg was the most powerful secular figure in Europe
Charles Habsburg, King of Spain and Holy Roman Emperor
- Inherited Spain from Ferdinand and the Holy Roman Empire from Maximilian
- Became King Charles I of Spain and Emperor Charles V of Rome before his 21st birthday
Significance of Charles Habsburg
- Was Iñigo de Loyola’s friend and a key political figure in Europe
The Group that Controls America
- Tuppee Saussy suggests a small group controls the world, but they cannot be called a conspiracy because they identify themselves through signs, mottos, and monuments.
- The author claims that the group behind America's power remains invisible as long as people cannot identify the statue on top of the U.S. Capitol building.
- Saussy has analyzed clues left by these rulers of the world and traced them back to their origins, connecting them to historical facts dating back six thousand years, drawing comparisons to the Bible.
- The book "Rulers of Evil" is a crucial study guide, aiming to illuminate the truth about the unseen forces at play.
The Preface: A Rule-Breaking Book
- The book's preface is written by the author's literary agent, Peter Fleming.
- Fleming expresses the unconventional nature of the book, encouraging readers to engage with the text in their own way, suggesting that understanding the content will lead to a transformative experience.
Orientation: A Huguenot Connection and an Unanswerable Question
- The author shares a personal anecdote involving his faculty advisor, who pointed out the Huguenot origin of his last name.
- The story segues into the author's unexpected encounter with a Jesuit prosecutor in a courtroom.
- The prosecutor's identity as a Jesuit and the author's seemingly unwarranted court appearance raise questions about the true nature of the charges against him.
Subliminal Rome
- The author lists a series of prominent U.S. Senators and Representatives, noting they chaired powerful committees overseeing virtually every aspect of American life.
- The author connects these individuals to the Roman Catholic Church, suggesting a direct link to a hidden power structure.
- The author draws parallels to the historical practice of the Inquisition, highlighting its effectiveness in isolating truth-seekers and punishing those who questioned established authority.
- The invention of movable type by Johannes Gutenberg allowed for the spread of literacy, which ultimately made the Inquisition adapt its methods.
The Charges
- The author, Tupper Saussy, was charged with "willful failure to file income tax returns"
- He was scheduled to be arraigned on charges for the years 1977, 1978, and 1979.
- The author believed the IRS would drop the charges because he had a letter stating no tax liability, therefore no requirement to file.
- The author's prosecutor, John MacCoon, was a Jesuit priest.
The Jesuit Connection
- The author was surprised to discover his prosecutor was a Jesuit priest.
- The author believed this was a strange coincidence, as his family had a history of conflicts with the Catholic Church.
- He was not a tax protester in the traditional sense, but rather challenged tax and monetary laws and "dared to stand on them".
- The author's charges were filed on July 31st, which is the Feast Day of Saint Ignatius Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus.
The Court Case
- The author believed the court proceedings were biased and unfair.
- He was accused of "tax evasion" despite the official charges being about failure to file.
- The jury acquitted the author of charges related to the years 1978 and 1979, but found him guilty for the 1977 charges.
- The author believes this case was an example of the Roman Church's suppression of biblical interpretations.
The Roman Church and Suppression of the Bible
- The author views the Roman Church's history as a suppression of the Bible's "intelligent reading".
- He claims the Millennium between Constantine and Gutenberg ("the Dark Ages") was a period of suppression.
- He cites the example of Pope Gregory IX, who declared unauthorized bible study a heresy and decreed the persecution of heretics.
- The author connects this historical oppression to his own legal case, seeing the Roman Church's influence at play.
The Papacy and Indulgences
- He discusses the history of indulgences – "rights to do evil" sold by the Church.
- This practice, which started with Pope Leo III in 800, contributed to the Roman Church's vast wealth and power.
- The author compares this system to the modern income tax system, in terms of presumptions of liability.
- He criticizes the Church's abuse of power and its suppression of alternative biblical interpretations.
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