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An Astrologer's Perspective : Article
Spring 2002: WAR, HUH! GOOD GOD Y'ALL!
(Written between February 1-17, 2002) War is what I see when I look at the Spring 2002 charts for the United States. There are, of course, many battles out there to fight. Aside from the obvious war on terrorism, there is the war brewing in Congress over legislation effecting big business such as Enron and campaign finance reform. This all effects the economy. The West Coast is likely to deal with a travel or information crisis this Spring. Information leaks creates a crisis for Bush’s cabinet. For heaven’s sake, Senator Clinton is still counting the votes in Florida! And then -- there is Saddam Hussein.

There is a push to control situations, it is likely to create a backlash of protests and rebellion all over the world. 4.18.02 -- Students Prepare To Protest Anti-Terrorism Agenda
 A good portion of this year is likely to be about controlling fanaticism, dictators and protests. American pride rings loud and clear. Difficult power struggles for American teachers and education stand out this year. Still, an economic recovery is likely to be in the works this September and will last through 2003. The question that keeps plaguing me, is what is going to happen between now and then? The astrological data says we have one more bump in the economy and stock market to go! So, how low is low? Nevertheless, buy on the low! Home and security investments mark high on the astrologer's list for a good buy through August 2002. In September, the investment strategies are likely to switch to American home pride products, children, speculative businesses, e.g., gambling, stock market, biogenics. As well, entertainment industries are likely to have a better rate of return than other industries through August 2003. In September 2003, the party stocks are over, and the better investment is likely to turn toward the health care and military industries. Of course, always check with your professional broker on specific stocks.

Bush and Cheney at 2002 State of the Union Address
Our leaders come out throwing some punches this Spring. New legislation for big businesses include campaign finance reform. Up-and-coming are tougher penalties for big businesses, terrorists, and dictators. Of course, this all meets with resistance! Americans and their leaders are proud, stubborn and fixed. Nationalism runs in the blood. This tall order to end terrorism will take long enough to reinstate the draft for 2003, and will put the health industry on alert for the American people.

Unfortunately, this all coincides with a time that the leaders of the U.S. are vulnerable to all kinds of hidden attacks. From espionage to computer hacking to infidels to terrorism to continued anti-American sentiment. Chemical and biological warfare are a real threat. This year it is our leaders who are targets for terrorism and full of covert actions. Truly, it is though they do NOT know everything that would help them to make the best decisions.

Key American figures live in very uncertain times. Kenneth Lay can start counting the days of freedom he has left. The trail of smoke from the West Coast energy crisis to the White House is likely to get thicker. There are secrets for Bush’s cabinet. As for our military leaders, they continue to be blind-sided to where the terror cells are, and what Saddam is truly capable of doing. The enemy continues to be hidden. This year is a time when blind faith may come into the picture more than once for leaders. The enemy is not only terror cells and dictators, but money and weakened values. Leaders may be delving into terrorism themselves as their actions become more covert. Bribery and other types of covert activity may be on the rise. HOW MANY MORE JOHNNY WALKERS ARE OUT THERE? A messy business all the way around. This Spring, the West Coast of the U.S. and Cuba look most prominent. Situations occurring around April 5th will give clues as to what puts our American leaders in this ‘dark’ for Spring 2002. Basically, key political and government officials are likely to find themselves ‘in over their heads.’

 
 

Dick Cheney is quite a power. It was Cheney who was entrusted with the energy crisis when Bush first took office. His chart speaks of a master who seeks perfection and control -- a potential shadow side. He and Bush are partners alright, but it’s not exactly a well-balanced relationship. My astrological opinion is that Cheney is not always telling the truth with Bush. And, Bush does not see eye-to-eye with Cheney. Cheney is likely to control many major decisions for Bush, like a father would do for a son. Enron may just have been one of those matters. Clearly, his desire to control can effect his health. Honesty and clarity are hard obstacles to overcome in this current match.

VP Dick Cheney
Now that the Enron case is out for the American people to hear, there are a few different ways to read the charts from last year. On the one hand, terrorism rang out loud and clear -- on yet another, there were situations going on behind the American people's back -- such as the energy crisis. [March 1, 2002 -- US Shadow Government Operating In Secret Bunker Since 911. Congress was not even aware of this until March 2002, let alone the American people!] Funny how gas and energy prices were lowered after 911, huh? Hardships were in the charts for the American people and American businesses. As Americans, Enron employees were blind-sided not only by the terrorists from the Middle-East, but also by the leaders they trusted with their financial futures. A year of deceit all the way around for these folks. The American people want justice this Spring. Legal situations predominate.

Cheney has his share of problems coming up. He is coming into some very powerful situations. His chart shows that he takes Saddam Hussein a little too personally. No doubt, this will effect his health. His system is likely to become increasingly sensitive now. Noticeable health changes for Cheney mid-May into June. Currently, he may have difficulty calling boundaries. He is increasingly more noticed by the public this year. He is likely to keep his thoughts and words to himself. He is not in the mood to talk, honestly. Any lawyers wanting him to talk will have a VERY difficult time. This guy can be slippery and sly now, to the people of the United States of America. Probably around the time of the Enron trials. There are many secrets in the Bush cabinet, now. The American people look to the justice system to prevail. Hidden secrets that are surmounting. Expect an information crisis to occur in Bush’s cabinet as we settle into Spring. This year Cheney is under some life-challenging situations. He is more than likely to go down in history without all the facts on the table.

 
 

ENRON

This has been a year of monumental changes for the American people. The energy crisis on the West Coast. The Enron debacle and terrorism. Up until 911, terrorism was not a part of the American reality. Last year, if you were to mention the potential for terrorism in this country you would have sounded RIDICULOUS! Even crazier, would have been to suggest chemical and biological warfare for the East Coast, BECAUSE last year the word 'terrorism' was not part of the American vocabulary. This year it is unfortunately a word we hear every day, over and over again. I suppose if a SPACE SHIP landed in front of the White House tomorrow, and little green men walked out of it -- we would eventually get used to it. I mean, that's how far-out terrorism seemed for the American people last year. America has had a wake-up call. At least terrorism isn’t a secret anymore to the American people. It isn’t a surprise either. The American people expect terrorism to happen. We are looking for the terrorists. This is a far cry from last year. Nevertheless, it has brought our country together.
Key dates for political activity this Spring 2002

There’s a war going on out there! It is likely to culminate this Spring into Summer, and we have many of our nation’s youth out there on the front lines with our allies. American ambassadors are in the crossfire. Thank goodness that peace negotiations will be peaking May 7 through June 11, during this war atmosphere. Heaven knows, we'll need it. Colin Powell, even though an Aries warrior by sun sign, can play a huge role in the on-going negotiation process this year. Keep your eye on him. Peace is likely to be on his mind. Diplomatic talents come out.

CNN. April 4, 2002 -- Colin Powell elected to replace Zinni in Israel to aid in peace negotiations.

May through mid-July, far exceeds the astrological definition for war -- use of force, corruption, disruption, protests, chaos, and rebellion. Pakistani leader, Gen. Pervez Musharraf, is also likely to be center stage. Musharraf must lead now. Assassination attempts of key leaders are likely from May into June. Attitudes and opinions escalate. Pakistan's charts are deeply involved in war Spring into Summer. Tensions are logical now. This looks like a year for controlled protests and revolutionary changes. There will be many endings this year for leaders around the world to reflect upon as time goes on.

Ariel Sharon

A very pronounced place for the Full Moon February 27th date is Israel, as Ariel Sharon’s birthday falls right on this Full Moon. The leader of a nation’s chart reflects upon its people and land. A leader whose birthday falls on a Full Moon can expect to deal with extreme situations. Let’s just remember that Bush’s birthday on July 6 2001 was on a Full Moon eclipse, alongside the Declaration of Independence, July 4. We all know what happened two months later, yes? Israel can expect a difficult year with full-blown tensions. Nevertheless, September looks promising. Ariel Sharon is playing with dynamite the end of May into June. He may be good at controlling, and protective of his land and people, but his actions come across a little too violently and terroristic in nature. His political life continues to be "on the line."
4.07.02 -- Israel Vows To 'Finish The Job' As Mideast Death Toll Soars

Osama bin Laden

Bin Laden and Al Qaeda stand out beginning February 27, 2002. Most specifically, March 5-6 fits the terrorism recipe for the U.S. March 5-10, Osama and Al Qaeda cells are likely to be activated -- West Coast prominent. March 5-13 seems particularly revealing on Osama. This ticks off a whole host of confusion for armed forces, the health industry, and foreign diplomats. This ‘mess’ is likely to last for awhile. Travel or information crisis may be the best way to describe the West Coast this Spring, this includes terror cells and the energy crisis.

Americans strongly identify with the homeland, feelings of nationalism abound. The charts indicate that foreign entities reside in this country. They may be amongst some of our allies. The West Coast, e.g., Los Angeles, Yemen, Iran, Saudi Arabia are hot spots. I am concerned for safe travel between March 28 and April 8, with most exact aspects April 5- 6. Words or thoughts of war peak-out around April 20, 2002. After May 5, 2002, military leaders, armed forces, terrorists, dictators, bomb squads, athletes, and just plain angry people get quite puffed up until mid-July, 2002. Certainly, the energy for this time period is likely to be extreme. We will all need to muster up all the diplomacy possible -- even in our personal relationships! A false sense of confidence to go forward with all kinds of plans, even war the first week in May. The first week in May, terror cells and covert activity are likely to be active. Hawaii, Alaska, Guantanamo Bay, Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Indonesia, Philippines, South Africa, Zaire, Angola, Libya, Egypt, and Eastern Europe are prominent for these activities. May 3-7 is a peak on legal changes effecting government and big businesses. Violent time frames around the world are May 4-10; May 15-18; May 22-31. Basically, the whole month of May -- and by the way, June does not look that much better. June 5-12 looks prominent for violence. It is also a time that terrorist cells may be uncovered. War is inevitable. The psychology of the people around the world is one of control and restraint, coupled with rebellion and protest. Like a domino effect, other countries will be catapulted into upheavals -- Israel, Pakistan, India, Indonesia, Africa, are shown to be areas that will reverberate the chaos. Japan and Australia are due for some rough times this Spring -- severe weather patterns and getting involved in the crack-down on terrorism will reverberate in these countries. In conclusion, expect peak aggressive situations to develop MAY, JUNE AND JULY of 2002. It is likely to be 'the norm' for the end of Spring into Summer.

Saddam Hussein

U.S. leaders' attention turns increasingly to Saddam Hussein -- Sadaam will be waiting. As Uranus stations on June 2, 2002, get ready to ROCK WITH IRAQ! He is more powerful than you think. Thoughts, preparation and/or words of war intensify around April 20, 2002. All the war signs are out by the end of April. May 3rd through the 7th aggression is coupled with discipline and control. It is American leader(s) turn to fight back. American nationalism continues to run high throughout the year. The energy intensifies for hostile take-overs as soon as we head into Spring. Eventually, it leads to the White House, where leaders are faced with difficult moments.

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NOTES:
The information provided in this article has been derived from the following astrological charts:
the first day of Spring, March 20, 2002, at 2:16:03pm EST for Washington, D.C.; Declaration of Independence, July 4 1776, 2:14 LMT, Philadelphia, PA.; G.W. Bush, July 6, 1946, 7:26am EDT for Hartford, CT.; Dick Cheney, January 30, 1941, Lincoln, Nebraska; Mars Northern Latitude, January 19, 2002, 8:12pm EST for Washington, D.C.; Osama bin Laden, March 10, 1957, rectified time of 2:15am for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Musharraf, August 11, 1943, Sun on the Ascendant, Dehli, India. (Internet); Ariel Sharon, February 27 1928, 7:36am EET, Qalqiliya, Egypt, (Noel Tyl, Predictions for a New Milennium); Pakistan Republic, March 23, 1956, 7:05am, Karachi, Pakistan (Nick Campion’s World Horoscopes); India Republic, Jan 26, 1950, 10:15am INT, Delhi, India (Nick Campion); Saddam Hussein, April 28, 1937, 8:18am BAT, Tikrit, Iraq; Iraq Republic, July 14, 1958, 4:00am GMT relocated for Baghdad, Iraq (N. Campion).

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Bush Trouble

September 6, 2002. This past summer I stumbled upon a most amazing find. While fulfilling a job request on Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez, I accidently discovered that our president Bush is due for some very difficult moments between June 2003 and fall of 2004. He will walk a very fine line between secrets and friends Bob Woodward: Plan of Attack. One of the next big stories to develop over the next 18 months for the United States will point to President G.W. Bush and company.

I did not think much of it until I went back to the last time similar, difficult aspects existed for a president of the United States. What I discovered was the the Monica Lewinsky scandal between 1996-7. Clinton ended up facing impeachment; he was eventually impeached by the House of Representatives but not the Senate. It was unprecedented. The difference between then and now? I do not see Bush getting off so easy. These Sun/Saturn aspects are much more difficult and powerful. Yes, it would seem that Bush has his share of upcoming problems.

Now, let me clarify that these aspects do not mean that the SAME story will develop, even though he has been known to be a playboy (rush_awards.tripod.com) Bush has his own wrong doings that will catch up with him. There are lots of questions being raised about Halliburton's insider trading and Bush's accountability. Just pick up any political news from the internet, magazines, newspapers etc. This up coming Saturn/Sun conjunction speaks about being held accountable whatever the story.

He has trouble telling the truth within legal andforeign settings. On September 4 1976 wile driving under the influence, he conviced authorities that hea had an occasional beer. Bush drank for another 8 years (www.realchange.com)

Currently, Bush is working hard to get around the United Nations in order to go to war with Iraq. How far will he go? Astrological indications suggest a war in January/February 2004. Expect a war here, too. A reflection? Astrology makes a good argument that a regime change from Saddam will not take place until later, like 2006-8. Any attempts before this are likely to be a mistake.

Other potential manifestations of the upcoming Saturn/Sun combination could be health problems with knees, bones, teeth, skin nails. Or, being victimized by hidden enemies. Under these influences, the Patriot Act may lose it's flavor with the American public.

There are some positive outcomes, too. The economy is set for a recovery. This will help in the polls during thiese troubling times between 2003-4.

Conclusion

Americans are moodier this fall 2002. As the president enjoys praise and confident moments, there is a raw distaste, rough edge about the president that is starting to bother many Americans. The extreme use of control, like the partiot act may be a little over the top for for this country. War with Iraq, a tangled mess that will effect his reputation in the coming months. Our military in Afghanistan wants to come home (New York Times, Sepet 3 2002).

Mid-October 2002 will be the first rumble, mostly likely behind the scenes. Whether it is Bush's or Chenney's corporate accounting scandals, souring international relations and mounting military, the problems have just begun. Democrats are building for their day.

These problems that hang over Bush and Chenney may be warded-off now, but not next summer. The American people have yet to know the full Monty.