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WHAT IS RPU?
This problem cannot be fixed without a public awakening to the fact that excessive state and institutional power came into being, not because citizens wanted it, but because they were dazzled by the illusion that it was for their own good.
This illusion persists in every aspect of our lives: politics, education, wars, money, health care, the environment, energy, and everything else that is important to us. Most thoughtful people are aware of this, at least at the subconscious level. They know something is wrong, and that the ‘official story’ all-too-often is just another illusion.
The first step toward fixing this problem is to dispel the illusions, and the Red-Pill meme is perfect for that task. Based on the Sci-Fi movie, The Matrix, it has become commonplace to hear someone say in casual conversation: “Wake up, man. Take the red pill. See life the way it really is.” Almost everyone understands the meaning of this, which is the reason we chose the red pill as the icon for our mission.The purpose of the coalition is to gain sufficient size to influence political change. By that, we do not mean writing letters to corrupt politicians asking them to do what is right. We intend to remove them from their positions of power and replace them with men and women who will stand for liberty above personal gain.
DIVERSITY
One of the most remarkable features of the red-pill coalition is that it includes a wide variety of viewpoints, which means that agreement on all issues is neither required nor expected. The red-pill meme is about seeking truth and dispelling illusions. If everyone held the same opinions and closed their minds to contrary information, discovery of new truths would be impossible. As Scottish Baron Thomas Dewar put it: “Minds are like parachutes. They only function when open.”NO TOPICS BARRED
No topics are barred, but controversial issues on which emotions run high need special treatment to ensure that the process remains factual and dignified. When there is strong interest in such controversies, we try to arrange presentations on both sides. If debates are scheduled, speakers must agree not to interrupt each other or resort to ad hominem attacks. Questions relating to conflicts-of-interest are appropriate, but questioning the character or intelligence of those with opposing views is forbidden by our Rules of Conduct.RULES OF CONDUCT
BOOTS ON THE GROUND
But that is only half the story. As important as it is to safeguard knowledge of liberty and natural health, it is equally important to change the cultural and political landscape to ensure that truth and freedom-of-choice will not be shackled. That will require much more than watching videos and reading books.
Cultural and political changes do not move from the top down. They come from the bottom up. They may be heavily influenced by national and regional leaders, but popularization requires visible acceptance at the local level. One of the great weaknesses of the liberty movement in the past is that too little attention has been given to this fact. Almost every campaign has been preoccupied with national issues and national candidates in expectation that, if we just could get a certain candidate elected to national office, all would be fine forevermore.IS RPU FOR YOU?
Allow me to emphasize this point. The quest for knowledge is endless, but there comes a time to take action. As important as it is to study and learn, it is equally important to put on your armor and join the battle. This is where the real power of RPU comes into play.
Campuses of the University in local communities in every nation in the world may sound like a fantasy, but that is our unabashed goal. We intend for them to become the backbone of a global coalition with sufficient mass to, literally, change the world. But that cannot be done unless you and I, and hundreds of thousands like us, remain true to the mission for the long haul. Therefore, RPU is not just about becoming informed. Knowledge is powerless without action and commitment.
WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
4. MEMBERS OF FREEDOM FORCE
Membership in Freedom Force International, RPU’s parent organization, is an option for those willing to go the extra mile and be part of the leadership team that makes everything happen. There is no additional financial obligation for membership. To learn more about joining Freedom Force click here.
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Prior RPU-Mentor enrollment required.