| We The People Congress | "The price of freedom is eternal
vigilance" |
| THE PLAY: "CIVIL
INTEREST"
On April 13, 2000, The We The People organization was pleased to
present the world premier reading a full-length play (19 scenes) that is tentatively
titled, "Civil Interest," before the delegation of
people representing each and every state in the Union. The delegates had assembled at the
National Press Club for the primary purpose of delivering, that afternoon, a Remonstrance
on the illegal operations of the income tax and the IRS to the leaders of the three
branches of the federal government.
The play deals with turn-of -the-century people and the fraud and deception that led to the adoption of the income tax and the private central bank (The Federal Reserve System) in America. The play also deals with Bill Benson and his efforts to uncover the truth about the fraudulent ratification of the 16th Amendment, and the price he has had to pay for publishing those facts. The play was read by four young playwrights and actors: Mark Schulz, Jason Polunci, Lauren Mazzarese and Keynan Shadd. The play was written by Mark Schulz and Jason Polunci with the assistance of Dr. Paul Gilchrist. The play was commissioned by Bob Schulz, producer. In introducing the actors and the reading, Bob Schulz gave the following remarks: "What you are about to hear is the first stage of a work-in-progress. This is the first time that this piece has ever been read aloud by professional actors. From here, it will continue to develop, in preparation for future productions. Six weeks ago I approached my son and asked him to create a theatre piece that will talk to people about the issues we are discussing today. Theatre can be an incisive tool for social and political change, and these young actors are excited by the prospect of using theatre much the way it was once intended, as a vehicle for intelligent discussion of social and political issues." After the reading, the actors received a standing ovation and extended applause. The audience then offered a suggestion or two to improve the accuracy and appeal of the play. Other titles being considered include, "Philander, meet Bill Benson," and "The re-enslaving of America," and "Philander's last act." |