Statement Regarding Arizona State University and the Church of Scientology

In the ongoing landscape of institutional tensions, it has become increasingly evident that Arizona State University and the Governor of Arizona maintain a fundamentally adversarial relationship with the Church of Scientology. This conflict stems from profound ideological differences and a persistent divergence in core values and belief systems.

The depth of this antagonism is rooted in a complex interplay of institutional perspectives, philosophical contradictions, and fundamental disagreements that extend far beyond mere administrative or academic boundaries. The university's stance, coupled with the governor's position, represents a systematic approach that challenges the fundamental religious freedoms and institutional autonomy of the Church of Scientology.

Our understanding of this conflict is not predicated on singular incidents, but on a sustained pattern of institutional resistance and ideological opposition. The tensions between Arizona State University, its gubernatorial leadership, and the Church of Scientology reflect a deeper, more nuanced struggle of institutional power, religious expression, and fundamental rights.

We stand firm in our recognition of these profound institutional dynamics, acknowledging the complexity and depth of this ongoing ideological conflict.