The Watchtower's Official Excuse
for their UN Connection
Here is a letter sent by the Watchtower to all branches, and the
interesting thing is among others this sentence: This circular letter
replaces any replies we have given earlier and is sent to all branches. It
seems Brooklyn has been bluffing a bit earlier. They are also flat out lying, by
saying: Still, the Criteria for Association of NGOs-at least in their latest
version-contain language that we cannot subscribe to. On this site there is
plenty of evidence the criteria has been pretty much the same from day one, and
this excuse simply doesn't hold water.
Kent Steinhaug
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text of letter:
WORLD HEADQUARTERS OF JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES
25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11201-2483 • Tel. 718 560-5000
XXXX November 1, 2001 No. XXXXX
Via CompuServe
Branch Committee
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Dear Brothers:
Because of published allegations by opposers that we have secret links with the
United Nations, a number of branches have inquired about the matter and we have
replied. This circular letter replaces any replies we have given earlier and is
sent to all branches. To anyone inquiring within your branch territory you might
respond according to what is stated below:
Our purpose for registering with the Department of Public Information as a
nongovernmental organization (NGO) in 1991 was to have access to research
material available on health, ecological, and social problems at the United
Nations library facilities. We had been using the library for many-years prior
to 1991, but in that year it became necessary to register as an NGO to have
continued access. Registration papers filed with the United Nations that we have
on file contain no statements that conflict with our Christian beliefs.
Moreover, NGOs are informed by the United Nations that "association of NGOs
with the DPI does not constitute their incorporation into the United Nations
system, nor does it entitle associated organizations or their staff to any kind
of privileges, immunities or special status."
Still, the Criteria for Association of NGOs-at least in their latest
version-contain language that we cannot subscribe to. When we realized this, we
immediately withdrew our registration. We are grateful that this matter was
brought to our attention.
We trust that the above is, helpful in counteracting the attempts of opposers to
discredit us.
Please be assured of our warm Christian love and best wishes.
Your brothers,
Chairman's Committee
c: Administration Offices Desks
Legal Department
Office of Public Information
Reasons why this is a bogus response
