THE UFO RESOURCE CENTER offers complete coverage on the Court battle between
the Citizens Against UFO Secrecy (CAUS) and the Department of Defence (DoD.
We feature these news posts in chronological order, listed in a bulleted list,
in order from the oldest to the latest posts that we have received from our
world wide newsgroups.
UFORCE thanks CAUS lawyer Peter Gersten (UFOLAWYER1@aol.com)for this CAUS update
<=======================caus======================>
"I once read a book about anti-gravity. I just couldn't put it down."
<=======================caus======================>
CAUS in COURT
1) A CAUS Appeal
CAUS has decided to go forward with an appeal of Judge McNamee's
decision...provided it can raise $10,000 by May 15th. CAUS believes the
Judge's statement that "by including extra search terms in the computer
index query and by excluding the specific eyewitness accounts, sketches,
and time and place restrictions in the electronic mail message, Defendant has
broadened the parameters of its search," is a legitimate appealable issue.
CAUS believes Judge McNamee abused his discretion by 1) drawing the
conclusion the additional keywords broadened the parameters of the
computerized search and 2) concluding that the eyewitness accounts, sketches,
times and places, if included in the electronic mail messages, would have
limited the DoD's search, since neither conclusion is supported by DoD affidavits.
No where in the "record" is there any indication of the search techniques
used in the computerized search or the logic in not supplying all the
information to DARPA employees.
2) New FOIA Request
To save time, on Thursday, April 6th, I called the General Counsel's Office
for both DARPA and the Joint Staff to inquire about obtaining any of the
responses to the e-mail sent to the 200 DARPA employees and the results of the computerized
search of the JCS with the keywords. Though neither attorney was available,
I left a message and was assured that I would be receiving a call back.
Needless to say, I have not received any calls from the DoD. Thus I will now go through the
formal procedure of a new FOIA request for these responses, the search
techniques used, information about the Defense and Space Operation Division,
and of CAUS, DoD's case file on the CAUS request. (Reference #1).
THE UFO RESOURCE CENTER thanks the Paranormal News group (P3N) for their coverage
of the CAUS battle in Court.
Delivered-To: uforc@wa.freei.net
From: ParaNormlNews@aol.com
Date: Sun, 9 Apr 2000 19:30:29 EDT
Subject: P3N NEWs FLASH: CAUS SEEKs to APPEAL JUDGE's DECISION
To: CAUS-L@caus.org
"Don't be a marshmallow. Walk the street with us into history.
Get off the sidewalk. Stop being vegetables. Work for Justice.
Viva the boycott!" --Dolores Huerta (1930-____) US Chicana activist, labor
leader!
<=============================================>
P3N SPECIAL REPORT: CAUS LOOKs to APPEAL JUDGE's RULING
<=============================================>
THE UFO RESOURCE CENTER asks that you give CAUS your full financial support at this
crucial juncture in this battle against government secrecy and UFOs.
Return-Path:
Delivered-To: uforc@wa.freei.net
Date: Sun, 16 Apr 2000 01:04:18 EDT
Subject: CAUS COMMENTARY: Pro Bono
CAUS COMMENTARY: Pro Bono
Today I received the following e-mail from a concerned member:
"I would like to contribute some money to the cause (no pun intended), but
I need to know why you need $10,000. It seems like an awful lot of money,
especially since I'm under the assumption that your legal representation of
CAUS is pro bono. I know there are costs such as filing fees, photocopying,
transcription of depositions, etc., but I just can't seem to wrap that
around a number like $10,000.
I'm sure I'm not the only person who has this question, and I have a
feeling that your contribution rate has been so pitiful because those who do
have questions won't just ask for clarification (like I am now.) Could you
please provide a breakdown of your projected costs for the appeal?"
--Jennelle Mihalovits
Well Jennelle, its pretty simple. I run CAUS 7 days a week and at least 10
hours a day...pro bono. I prepare, research, file, and argue CAUS
lawsuits...pro bono. I send out daily CAUS e-mails...pro bono. I post 3
articles a day on the CAUS web site...pro bono. But I refuse to do appeals
pro bono. I believe that expense, including a legal fee, should be
exclusively funded by others who also believe, as I do...in learning the
truth. And I suggest that anyone who feels the $10,000 amount, including all
expenses, is excessive, should call a few attorneys in his/her area and see
what the going rate for a federal appeal is. I have no 'need' to file this
appeal. Actually, maybe I should be devoting more time in pusuing non-UFO
clients instead of CAUS. NOT!
Since January, 1998 when I resurrected CAUS, there have been about 500 people
who have contributed their time, talent and money to help me in my mission to
end the secrecy surrounding our contact with a non-human intelligence.
Unfortunately, that figure is less than 5% of the total CAUS membership
during that same period. The vast majority of the CAUS membership has not
supported the gift shop...maybe they are ashamed to wear a CAUS T-shirt or
fear ridicule in displaying a CAUS bumper sticker. The "Dollar-a-Month Club"
was an idea whose time never did come....except for a few loyal supporters.
The Court Transcript would be, I thought, the perfect way for members to
support a principle they believed in, while possessing a legal artifact of
the organization that represented that principle. It was also part of
ufological history. Only 27 people purchased the transcript. But then again,
I guess I should have simply distribtuted them...pro bono.
I also received this e-mail today:
"Dear Friends/Relatives,
I feel compelled to communicate with you regarding this (CAUS) request for
help. This is a very worthy consideration and as we all know (unfortunately)
legal processes in this country ALWAYS have a price tag attached! I believe
the CAUS goal to be obtainable and we American citizens must indicate (in all
ways possible) that we're fed up to the gills with a half century of secrecy
and denial. Whether the UFO/Alien phenomenon turns out to be of a
tangible/mundane nature or of a spiritual nature, I believe it behooves us to
strive for total disclosure.
I have helped Peter Gersten (CAUS) in the past and I ask that you strongly
consider doing the same.
'For the want of a nail the shoe was lost,' etc., etc., etc."
--Don Hirth
And this one:
"I sent via mail today a check for $100 for the CAUSe. I'm not certain the 9th
Circuit will make the landmark decision many of us hope, but a mere $10,000
is a small price to pay to keep up the pressure. On the other hand, if the 9th
upholds McNamee's decision, remember that it's the most overturned federal appeals
court in the country! Perhaps the radio show circuit and publicity will help reach
the May goal." --Sally J.S., Alaska
Well, folks...there you have it. If you want me to do the appeal...then you
will have to help me raise that amount. No pro bono on this one. I would
love to argue before the three black-robed judges in San Francisco with all
of you there...but I am sure I can find something else to do that is more
agreeable to the other 95% of CAUS who prefer that I do it...pro bono.
And for all those 18 people who have supported the appeal so far...thanks.
Peter A. Gersten
Director (Reference #1, OpCit)
AS YOU CAN SEE, CAUS has its detractors. People are listening; but are they willing to
support our efforrts to protect the world from UFO Secrecty. ARE YOU tired of
being spoon fed the "same old baloney" day after day? Join the Force! UFORCE!
We now turn to the following news post, received at the UFO Resource Center:
Delivered-To: uforc@wa.freei.net
From: UFOLAWYER1@aol.com
Date: Sun, 16 Apr 2000 23:11:11 EDT
Subject: CAUS COMMENTARY: Members Respond to Pro Bono
CAUS COMMENTARY: MEMBERs RESPOND to Pro Bono
Some CAUS members bring out the best in me..or the worst. Maybe I am just
warming up for the U.S. Court of Appeals. The Universe acts in strange ways.
Below are a few of the e-mails I received in response to my "Pro bono"
commentary. Following each e-mail is my response. If any of my responses offend any of
you, so be it. I do not do what I do to win friends and influence people. I
do it to learn the truth and end the secrecy...whether CAUS members support
me or not. No Judge has ever complained about my "attitude" in Court. No
other lawyer does what I do. I wonder why? If you want pleasantries...watch
Mr. Rogers. And now the e-mails:
In a message dated 04/16/2000 6:38:01 AM US Mountain Standard Time, J.C.
writes: "I have another reason why people are not contributing to the $10,000
appeals process. Perhaps they think, including myself, that it is a waste of
time and money."
CAUS: That's kewl...but the question is whether you support my judgment and
desire to file the appeal. If you do not, then I ask that you unsubscribe
from the CAUS mailing list and not take advantage of the information on the
CAUS web site. I do not do what I do to entertain people, I do it to learn
the truth. And if my own members will not support my judgment, then all I
ask is for them not to be hypocritical and use the efforts of my labors. I am
not asking for much....considering what I give in return.
In a message dated 04/16/2000 7:15:00 AM US Mountain Standard Time, J.S.
writes: "But whatever it takes to get the issue in the face of apathy is a reward in
itself, is warranted. And that we have an advocate of your skill and
motivation is not only lucky for people of our like attitudes, it is good for
humanity at large."
CAUS: Exactly the point. If we can get the Court of Appeals to remand the
case back to the District Court for further clarification of the search
parameters, we have achieved another victory...even if we do not get any
information. The idea is to get the attention of the national media and
thereby the public at large. And can you imagine the coverage at the U.S.
Court of Appeals. We must exhaust all our legal remedies but we can justify
any future, non-judicial, CAUS of action.
In a message dated 04/16/2000 1:13:46 PM US Mountain Standard Time,
D.T.writes: "This isn't intended as a criticism of you at all. I hope you'll find this
helpful. I think, like many others, I was thinking about sending in a modest
amount, but was turned off by the negative tone of the last few messages."
CAUS: Why is it that it always the people that are "thinking" of donating
that are turned off by my attitude? I bet about 8000 of the CAUS members
"think" about donating. How come no one objects to my attitude when I file a
lawsuit or argue in Court or on receipt of the free e-mails or when they go
to the CAUS web site. Maybe I have this attitude beCAUS less than 5% of my
members support the CAUS. Maybe I have this attitude beCAUS it keeps me
going after 25 years of frustration. With that said, I do appreciate all
your suggestions. But since I am only one person I do not have time to put
together a successful fundraising campaign. So I do what I do and say what I
say. What you see is what you get. But I will "think" about softening my
attitude.
In a message dated 04/16/2000 10:41:14 AM US Mountain Standard Time, G.M.
writes: "I've snail mailed $50.00 to you the first time I read your appeal
(pun intended) for funds for the appeal. You should be getting that check by
Monday the latest. I do understand Jannelle's question as most people don't
know what you go through. Your response should surely awaken many people and
open their eyes. I too am surprised at the low amount collected thus far but
hopefully that will increase exponentially as the days go by. I certainly
feel that you should be compensated for the time you put into fighting for a
caus that involves all of humanity not just those of us in the good old USA.
Please keep up the good work in exposing as much information about UFO's as
you can. Keep up the good work caus we need you."
CAUS: Thanks George. It's ironic that if each person who receives the FREE
CAUS e-mails sent in $1, I wouldn't need to resort to "begging" as one reader
called it and then scolded me for it.
And now my favorite e-mail of all time. There is simply not enough money to
pay me for dealing with people like this:
In a message dated 04/15/2000 8:48:03 PM US Mountain Standard Time, D.K.
writes: "Its time to stop this. If you continue to pursue wasting taxpayers
money on having to defend frivilous lawsuits, I will seriously consider
filing a class action lawsuit against you. I am tired of crackpots such as
yourself wasting the limited resources of our government institutions. They
have more important things to do than having to put up with lunatics. These
public disclosure lawsuits cost us taxpayers incredible amounts of money.
Frankly, I believe that my hard earned tax dollars have better things to do
than to pay to defend against your idiot lawsuits. Please stop this or you
will find yourself the subject of litigation."
I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.
Peter A. Gersten
Director (Reference #1 IBID)
THIS ISSUE WILL NOT be resolved until the United States Government stops their campaign
of dis-information, distortions and UFO cover-ups (read as="lies"). We are tired of it, this MUST STOP!
It is time for the people of America to write their congressmen and senators, asking them to investigate
the government conspiracy to hide the truth about the UFO enigma. THE TRUTH IS IN HERE!
In an email we received from CAUS dated 22 April, 2000; Peter states that
the CAUS has filed another request for documents. In his email entitled
"CAUS ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commentary; FOIA; ETH & Reality Check," he details the general
apathy towards his appeal for funding and support. The following information was included in
that e-mail:
NEW FOIA REQUEST SUBMITTED
On Friday, April 21st, CAUS filed a new FOIA request with the Department of
Defense for follow-up information on the lawsuit against the DoD.
Check out the CAUS web site and see what they stand for. Your support goes towards a worthy effort,
to stop government secrecty concerning UFOs. Let's give them our full support!
_____________________________
REFERENCES:
REFERENCE #1: Citizens Against UFO Secrecy; http://www.caus.org; 8624 E. San Bruno Drive EMail: caus@caus.org
Scottsdale AZ 85248; Phone/Fax: (480)609-9120
About UFORCE!
UFORCE___2000___CORE
_______________A WHITE KNIGHT PRODUCTION_______________
