Gary Weiss
Gary Weiss
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Gary Alan Weiss was an American journalist, author, and commentator known for his critiques of Scientology and his writings on organized crime.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on November 8, 1950, Weiss passed away on January 17, 2015.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Weiss was an American national and worked as a journalist, author, and commentator. He is best known for his exposés of organized crime and the Church of Scientology.
Early Life and Background
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Gary Weiss was born in New York City to a family with strong journalistic roots. His father, Jerry Dresner, was a prominent labor leader who fought against police corruption in New York City. This early exposure to social justice and investigative reporting likely influenced Weiss's future career choices.
Weiss grew up on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, attending P.S. 87 and later graduating from High School of Music & Art (now known as the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts). He developed an early interest in writing and journalism, which would serve him well throughout his career.
Major Accomplishments
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Weiss's reporting on organized crime led to significant breakthroughs, including:
Exposing the Church of Scientology: Weiss's investigative work revealed widespread human rights abuses within the organization. He exposed coercive recruitment practices, financial exploitation of members, and other forms of abuse.
Uncovering corruption in New York City politics: In his early days as a journalist, Weiss reported on police corruption and organized crime in New York City.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some notable works by Gary Weiss include:
"Consuming Red Blood: The Scandal of Scientology" (2001) - an exposé on the Church of Scientology's practices.
"Say Goodbye to America: Why Globalism Is Destroying American Culture, Democracy, and Our Way of Life" (2013) - a commentary on globalization and its impact on American society.
Impact and Legacy
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Gary Weiss left an indelible mark on investigative journalism. His reporting led to significant reforms and greater transparency in various sectors:
Increased scrutiny of the Church of Scientology: Weiss's exposés helped raise public awareness about human rights abuses within the organization, leading to increased scrutiny from law enforcement agencies.
Advancements in organized crime investigations: His work on corruption in New York City politics paved the way for future investigations and reforms.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Gary Weiss is widely quoted and remembered for his groundbreaking reporting on the Church of Scientology, as well as his critiques of globalization. His contributions to investigative journalism have set a high standard for journalists today, inspiring new generations to tackle tough topics with courage and conviction.
Weiss's commitment to social justice and his unflinching pursuit of truth make him an enduring figure in the world of journalism.
Quotes by Gary Weiss
The media and marketing deluge has spawned a new type of Wall Street loser: the armchair momentum player. These are novice investors who engage in short-term stock buying and selling based on media reports or an expert's enthusiasm.
The heart of the 2008 financial crisis was a coterie of reckless financial executives, working for too-big-to-fail financial companies, who were handsomely compensated for taking risks that almost ruined the economy when they failed.
For the Amex, which has been casting around for a role for itself, microcaps fill a crucial void - a 'niche' that Amex officials feel has been neglected.
If you think Wall Street has a short memory, you're dead wrong. No, the folks who work on Wall Street, regulate Wall Street - and, above all, invest in its wares, notably its hedge funds - don't have a bad memory. They don't have any memory at all.
Insider trading by hedge funds has a long and distinguished history, dating to the days when people didn't know that there was such a thing as a hedge fund.
In the struggle against sexual discrimination on Wall Street, Pamela K. Martens is a latter-day Rosa Parks - a woman who, metaphorically speaking, refused to sit in the back of the bus.
In the U.S., diversity is a politically correct slogan. In India, it is a historical fact. Much as we in the West may resent it, India has a lot to teach us when it comes to religious tolerance.
Oil futures were originally created to give heating oil dealers, gas retailers, aviation companies and other businesses a method of hedging against adverse price changes. Instead, they've become just another Wall Street plaything.