It seems that Scientology’s sway over political figures within Florida is on the rise.
Prominent political consultant Mary Repper is shepherding a flock of elected officials and hopefuls for face time at the house that Hubbard built, reports the St. Petersburg Times.
Repper apparently networks with key Scientology leaders and acts somewhat like a proxy priming politicians for them and then ushering them into meetings.
One mayoral candidate in Tampa that attended such an arranged event said, “They were interested in my candidacy.” And added Scientologists “wanted to offer support.”
Has the organization called a “cult,” historically opposed by Florida residents now achieved new status?
Repper says,”Things have changed.”
According to the political consultant county commissioners, city council members and others have attended the recently held meetings.
Repper claims “I work with a lot of elected officials who turn to the church. Everyone goes now and visits…It’s a new day.”
Maybe instead of the old adage “kiss the ring,” this can be seen as more like “kissing ass.”
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