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Hello everyone,

A groundbreaking development has emerged in the ongoing battle for justice for survivors of child sexual abuse within the Jehovah's Witnesses organization.

For the first time, the Governing Body itself is being held directly accountable in a New York State lawsuit. This marks a significant shift, potentially exposing the organization to unprecedented legal consequences. Watch the video above for a detailed explanation.

Why This Case is Different

Previous lawsuits against the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society have faced jurisdictional challenges. However, this case, RKJW1 Doe versus Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, filed in Kings County, NY, directly targets the Governing Body where their principal headquarters was located at the time of the alleged abuse.

The lawsuit stems from allegations of repeated sexual abuse of minors (aged 11-14) by a ministerial servant, Ronald Mark Harding, within the King's Highway Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in Brooklyn between 1991 and 1994.

For more details of the decision of the Supreme Court see - https://law.justia.com/cases/new-york/appellate-division-second-department/2024/2024-01950.html

Key Allegations and Court Rulings

1. The plaintiffs allege the Governing Body controlled the organization's operations, including appointing leaders and setting congregational rules.

2. They further claim the Governing Body knew of Harding's propensity for abuse, failed to prevent it, and allowed him to maintain his leadership position.

3. The Governing Body attempted to dismiss the case, arguing they are not a legal entity and the claims were not properly pleaded.

4. The Court rejected their motion, stating that the Governing Body operates as an unincorporated association and can be sued.

5. The court also affirmed that the plaintiffs had sufficiently pleaded claims that the Governing Body had both actual and constructive knowledge of the abuse.

6. The Governing Body appealed to the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Appellate Division.

7. On November 6, 2024, the Supreme Court upheld the lower court's decision, affirming the Governing Body's status as a suable entity and confirming that the claims of negligent supervision, hiring, retention, and training were sufficiently pleaded.

Potential Ramifications

This case is significant for several reasons:

1. Direct Accountability: It directly challenges the Governing Body's accountability for the actions of its appointed leaders.

2. Jurisdictional Advantage: Unlike previous cases fought in states where Governing Body members do not reside, this New York case could lead to more severe consequences for non-compliance with court orders, including potential jail time for contempt of court.

3. Broader Implications: The case highlights the issue of institutional responsibility in sexual abuse cases involving religious organizations.

The "Pedophile List"

The video also mentions the existence of a list of over 20,000 known and suspected pedophiles allegedly maintained by the organization. In previous cases, the organization has resisted turning over this list, incurring significant fines. However, the New York jurisdiction could mean jail time for non-compliance, adding immense pressure.

This case is a major development in the fight for justice for survivors of abuse within the Jehovah's Witnesses organization. The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the lower court's ruling allows the case to proceed, potentially leading to a trial.

The possibility of jail time for Governing Body members for contempt of court adds a new dimension to these legal battles.

The rank and file Jehovah's Witness has been indoctrinated to believe that their salvation depends on their strict obedience to the directions of the Governing Body.

In fact, during the April 2023 morning worship program, the Governing Body were likened to the "voice of Jesus."

"The Governing Body could be likened to the voice of Jesus, the head of the congregation. So when we willingly submit to the faithful slave, we're ultimately submitting to Jesus' authority and direction." Kenneth Flodin: ‘Jesus’ Yoke Is Kindly’ jwb-095-10.v 3:28 min

Jehovah's Witnesses are led to believe that anything coming from the Governing Body is to be followed, regardless of how followers may feel about the directions.

"At that time, the lifesaving direction that we receive from Jehovah’s organization may not appear practical from a human standpoint. All of us must be ready to obey any instructions we may receive, whether these appear sound from a strategic or human standpoint or not." Watchtower 2013 Nov 15 p.20

But looking at the supreme court case where the Governing Body themselves are been held accountable for the Sexual Abuse of minor children, here are some questions Jehovah's Witness should answer with all honesty:

1. If the Governing Body is truly guided by God, why are they being sued for negligence in handling child sexual abuse cases? Does God condone negligence, especially when it comes to protecting children?

2. If the Governing Body is found liable in this case, who is ultimately responsible: the Governing Body members themselves or Jehovah? If Jehovah is ultimately responsible, does that mean he condones the abuse?

3. If the organization maintains a list of 20,000 known or suspected pedophiles, why isn't this information shared with local congregations to protect children? Doesn't withholding this information put children at further risk?

4. If the Governing Body has resisted turning over this list of 20,000 known or suspected pedophiles in previous cases, even incurring fines, what message does that send about their priorities? Is protecting the organization's reputation more important than protecting children?

5. If secular authorities are demanding access to this list to protect children, is it right for the Governing Body to withhold it based on internal policies? Does God's law supersede the laws of the land in this instance?

I rest my case.

Very good development. Thanks for creating this thread Oteneaaron.It is about time the Governing body are held accountable for their role in Child Sexual Abuse. As leaders, they are to be sued for negligence. You can't absolve yourself from this when something as disgusting as Child Sexual abuse is happening under your nose, you are aware of it yet you refuse to handle it properly. Their negligence also exposes the fact that they are involved in Child Sexual abuse and have no problem with It. Is this what Jehovah supports? I hope that something tangible comes out of this and so many victims sue the Governing body directly. Unfortunately, if they get sued, they will go to Prison because they have no excuse for negligence.

The Governing body on several occasions have been trying to shield themselves from this. They have tried to change words in their publications, they called JWs Volunteers, called JWs congregation members, tried to create different organisations just so that they don't get sued, they have also lied to different courts that they are not the Leaders of JWs. All for what? Here they are, what they have been running away from has come to them. No escape. Lol.

Courz:
Very good development. Thanks for creating this thread Oteneaaron.It is about time the Governing body are held accountable for their role in Child Sexual Abuse. As leaders, they are to be sued for negligence. You can't absolve yourself from this when something as disgusting as Child Sexual abuse is happening under your nose, you are aware of it yet you refuse to handle it properly. Their negligence also exposes the fact that they are involved in Child Sexual abuse and have no problem with It.

My brother it is very shocking how men we were once forced to see as "anointed", turned out to be in reality, devilish liars who are "anointed" only by the power of darkness.

Darkness hates the Light of Truth and Knowledge.

Pedophilia is a real scourge in the world today and is promulgated mostly by the members and Elite of organized religion.

How can a grown man become attracted to a child?

In the USA, pedophilia is a BIG Crime.

Jeffery Epstein and his list, Puff Diddy and list, JWs and the list of 20,000+ suspects of CSA, etc.

I learnt that people who practice dark satanic rituals, often find pleasure in abusing children because the terror and fear the children feel during the act is like a drug that makes them high.

Go and learn about Adrenochrome.

These pedophiles are SICK!

Now imagine how the "anointed" brothers of Jesus are here hiding the details of people who have raped young children.

It makes me sick in my stomach - The Governing Body must pay for their negligence and support of Child Sexual Abuse.

How would you feel as father to find out that some ministerial servant or Elder raped your daughter when they went for return visit?

s this what Jehovah supports? I hope that something tangible comes out of this and so many victims sue the Governing body directly. Unfortunately, if they get sued, they will go to Prison because they have no excuse for negligence.

Let's keep our fingers crossed and see how this will play out.

For the fact that the Supreme Court gave thus judgement, I believe we are off to a good start.

oteneaaron:
My brother it is very shocking how men we were once forced to see as "anointed", turned out to be in reality, devilish liars who are "anointed" only by the power of darkness.

Darkness hates the Light of Truth and Knowledge.

Pedophilia is a real scourge in the world today and is promulgated mostly by the members and Elite of organized religion.

How can a grown man become attracted to a child?

In the USA, pedophilia is a BIG Crime.

Jeffery Epstein and his list, Puff Diddy and list, JWs and the list of 20,000+ suspects of CSA, etc.

I learnt that people who practice dark satanic rituals, often find pleasure in abusing children because the terror and fear the children feel during the act is like a drug that makes them high.

Go and learn about Adrenochrome.

These pedophiles are SICK!

Now imagine how the "anointed" brothers of Jesus are here hiding the details of people who have raped young children.

It makes me sick in my stomach - The Governing Body must pay for their negligence and support of Child Sexual Abuse.

How would you feel as father to find out that some ministerial servant or Elder raped your daughter when they went for return visit?



Let's keep our fingers crossed and see how this will play out.

For the fact that the Supreme Court gave thus judgement, I believe we are off to a good start.

I know about Adrenochrome and how it is produced. I have known about It for a long while. I know about the Human trafficking going on and how Watchtower is involved. I have a feeling that when the system of the world falls in order to usher in the New World Order, Many religions including Watchtower Will be exposed by the Government. Look at what is coming out about P Diddy, Jay Z and other celebrities. Certain Men of God are being exposed as well. Religion is going to experience the same exposure. I suspect Donald Trump will have a hand in the exposure.