It’s a small world. Sarah Harkins and I share some mutual acquaintances, one of whom alerted me to her Facebook post today. It’s a doozy.
I immediately contacted her and asked if I could share it with my readers. She graciously agreed and even let me talk to her husband for a good forty-five minutes or so.
Chris, like so many others we’ve heard about, is a dedicated, and (as you can see from the picture) decorated, serviceman who is currently (unlawfully) being forced out of service for his decision not to accept an experimental medication.
He’s put in nineteen years of spotless service. He is being forced out six months short of retirement. He was denied a religious exemption.
According to his superiors, it was “his choice” not to take the experimental shot.
This level of injustice is hard to fathom. The upper left decoration in that photo is the Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal. Chris earned this through a visiting Navy exercise last year. That means his performance level was recognized by an entirely different service, even as he was fighting to stay in the Coast Guard.
You’d think the Coast Guard would be eager to hold on to such people.
But according to Chris, people are “scrambling over each other to get out.” He said recruitment and retainment numbers are at all time lows, and he knows how high they should be, since he was a recruiter for four years.
He has acquired the legal services of Retired Marine Maj. Dale Saran, who you might remember from the military whistleblowers Dark Horse podcast a few weeks back:
What we’re doing to military personnel is insane. There is no scientific basis for it. It seems that much like the medical profession, the military is aiding in its own destruction. If it is not orchestrated, then it is surely evidence of insanity.
What Chris and I talked about during that forty-five minutes is a deep rabbit hole of fraud and lies and corruption we won’t get into right now. We discussed the possibility of doing a podcast or something down the line. He is a well-spoken, intelligent chap, remarkably calm given his situation, and his story deserves to be heard.
As he said to me: “The muzzle’s off and the gloves are off. We’re ready to fight.”
On that note, here’s what his wife, Sarah, had to say today on Facebook:
Reprinted with permission from the author:
Buckle up friends. It's about to be a bumpy ride...
Today is my dear husband's last day in the United States Coast Guard. After 19 years in, just 6 months shy of when he'd be officially beginning his retirement process, he was forcefully discharged all because he refused to take the emergency use authorized covid vaccine.
For those who don't know this, just because you're in the military, doesn't mean the military member has no rights. This was a bit of a surprise to me too honestly, as I assumed that he was the property of the government when he joined. However, the law protects his religious rights still and it also specifies that the USCG CANNOT force its members to receive an EUA vaccine. It must be FDA approved. Guess who likes breaking the law repeatedly? I'm looking at you USCG!
The Coast Guard is the only branch REFUSING to work with its concerned members, disregarding the law in multiple instances, and removing all members from service who refuse to completely comply with the unlawful vaccine mandate. They are discharged with something called an RE3. This means that they can reenlist within 3 months IF they get the vaccine.
For two years, we have fought this with every fiber of our being. Around 8-9 months ago, Chris was made aware of a Liberty Council case and we were following it, doing as instructed in regards to filing his Religious Accommodation and listening to weekly calls, but weren't included in that case specifically. We were hopeful that it might help us and others, ultimately, in our position. Although, over time, we learned of a lawyer by the name of Dale Saran who was working hard to help affected military members in his own case, and that's when things got interesting.
For those who may not know, Dale Saran represented military members in 2000 who didn't want to take the anthrax vaccine, AND WON. After some conversing with Mr. Saran, Chris realized his particular case was for those military members in the Department of Defense but, would not cover the USCG members because they are a part of the Department of Homeland Security.
Chris and I spent some time speaking things over, and he decided to do something brave. Much like a modern day Moses, Chris Harkins asked him, "If I find just 50 CG members, would you represent us in court over this issue?" Dale said yes! And for the last 8 months, my husband has often worked an additional 30-40 hours a week on top of his full time military duties, helping to get not 50, but well over 200 members' affidavits prepared for the legal team, counseling frightened and overwhelmed members and answering innumerable legal questions. This case isn't just for those who had a religious issue with the vaccine, but anyone in the CG whom were coerced, forced, threatened with discharge, etc due to the covid vaccine.
So, what has my husband done on his last day of service? He has spent the entire day downtown at the office fighting for BASIC things, like just getting the rest of his medical paperwork, so we can leave following his discharge. Fun fact? He will be losing his retirement, as well anyone else near the 20 year mark whom are unvaccinated. Let that sink in. People who have spent nearly 20 years saving lives, sacrificing holidays, births, funerals, birthdays, mental and physical health will lose all they've worked for simply because they wouldn't "bow the knee" to tyranny.
For those unaware of the atrocities happening in the CG, let me fill you in now that I'm able to be more open:
Detailers holding desired locations over people's heads and agreeing to let them have a deeply desired place(near family members) if they get the vaccine.
Taking away retirements and forcing people out, despite clear and concise policies protecting members from this treatment. Look into the Sanctuary clause if you're curious... any member that has at least 18 years in CANNOT be discharged and lose their retirement.
Members losing rank and pay, but still being expected to perform said duties.
Members experiencing unfair treatment such as not being allowed to travel, leave their desk area without a mask, etc.
***Automated refusals on all religious accommodations even though legally, each one should be reviewed and RESPECTED, according to the LAW.***
Intimidation tactics, and manipulation galore.
Loss of security clearance without adequate proof nor procedure. (This can severely hurt someone looking for a job that utilizes that clearance because it makes that person seem untrustworthy.)
Character maligning.
The list goes on. And I will be unveiling that as time goes on. Why? Because the truth should be known. And the evil that has persisted will not be left in the dark any further.
An emergency use authorized vaccine should NEVER be forced. We are only now seeing some of the effects that these vaccines have had on some people. It should be a personal choice that should be respected, across the board. Being forced to participate in human trials under duress is unconscionable. Being forced to do something that violates your religious rights is wrong AND unconstitutional.
So, the Harkinses are leaving Juneau, AK, early and without retirement because of what Commandant Linda Fagan has ordered, even though she had/has absolutely no recourse to do so.
We are fighting for not only our rights , but for those who've been trampled on for two years and STILL CONTINUING. It's not right and we are not giving up until the powers that be back down and restore what has been and still is being taken from everyone involved.
God is our provider. And while I can say we have forgiven those accountable for what they've done, we will not stand idly by while those in power use that power evilly and decimate those USCG members and destroy their livelihoods, simply for unmitigated power and control.
My post is public and can be shared. I'd like to share it all the way to the White House. Let's do something about this! Some things really are worth fighting for. Are you with me? With us? With those that have been hurt because of greed, power and pride? Now is your time to show it.
They are honest men and women who just wanted to serve their country with pride. Instead, they are being punished for sincerely held beliefs, religious or otherwise. They have been bullied, manipulated and isolated. Many of them have already been discharged and are trying to figure out life as civilians, many with families for which they are trying to provide.
AND THIS NUMBER IS ONLY A FRACTION OF THOSE WHO ARE CURRENTLY BEING AFFECTED! NUMBERS ARE WELL OVER A THOUSAND!
Our hearing for the injunction is on December 15. Pray for those who have been affected and are in the middle of all of this.
And share it everywhere! Our voices are being heard. I've been contacted by multiple news outlets and will be sharing the articles and interviews as they are completed.
Stand for religious freedom!
Stand for those who are collapsing under this pressure!
Sharing and praying matters, and it is like a balm for these men and women's souls, giving them the strength to persevere in this venture fraught with strife.
The last few days, people have been reaching out to me concerning this political move, errrrr....bill....by many people saying that "it's a start in the right direction", and to "be thankful". This is usually coinciding with virtual applause and a great sense of joviality. And I so very much want to celebrate this with you all. Truly. But, I just can't. Let me tell you why.
This particular bill seems to be worded craftily in such a way that will help those members within the Department of Defense by removing the vaccine mandate among other things. Though, I'm only going to speak to this particular aspect of the bill. This doesn't appear to help the USCG at all. Why, you ask? We are a part of the Department of Homeland Security, not DoD.
Secondly, I haven't seen anything regarding all of the back pay discharged members are owed, jobs and retirements being restored, and so on. I truly hope I'm wrong on this one, because to me, this just seems like a bill with a huge price tag that will effectively placate a good majority who simply don't take the time to read the fine print, while the remaining suffering still go on wondering how they're going to put food on the table.
At Christmas, no less.
I do have hopes that this is, at least, legislature moving in the right direction. However, there is so much more work to do to rectify what was done and is still being done to this nation's citizens who've taken the task on to protect and serve their country.
But, don't mind us, we'll go on looking for jobs, counting pennies, and rationing food while you big tough government guys do the really hard work of pulling the wool over our eyes and offering us little tidbits to shut us up.
**For those who may be concerned, our family is doing ok financially at the moment. Some have reached out to help and that is very kind.🥰
If you'd like to help someone who I believe truly needs it, please consider giving to this gofundme for my friend Anjanette Barr 's sister who's dealing with cancer: https://www.gofundme.com/f/catlinfightscancer **
Sarah Harkins is a devoted Christian, homeschool mom, lactation counselor, and birth doula. She grew up in New Orleans, LA and Cartersville, GA. She met her husband Chris while she was in college at Kennesaw State University. They got married on May 11, 2002, and have four beautiful children.
The Harkins’s story got picked up by several news outlets:
People like to make the distinction that the jab is untested, unreliable, experimental etc. and therefore cannot be forced.
This is disturbing to me since it implies that if the jabs are labelled safe and effective after the usual testing period then they CAN be forced.
I don't like the idea that ANY drug (whether experimental or not) can be forced on employees (whether military or not) and coercion used to make employees or anyone take drugs they don't want or need.
The science behind vaccination has been shown to be entirely fraudulent. It's time to take out the trash. We are at the verge of a paradigm shift in medicine as a whole. Hopefully these court cases will accelerate the process by revealing the rot.
Chris and Sarah - I am so sorry you and other service members have gone through this. Shame on the Military for treating our servicemembers and their families this way. Go get 'em. I'm sure your military training will serve you well! For many of us, this is the fight of our lives. Wishing you and your family all the best. I will praying for you.
People like to make the distinction that the jab is untested, unreliable, experimental etc. and therefore cannot be forced.
This is disturbing to me since it implies that if the jabs are labelled safe and effective after the usual testing period then they CAN be forced.
I don't like the idea that ANY drug (whether experimental or not) can be forced on employees (whether military or not) and coercion used to make employees or anyone take drugs they don't want or need.
The science behind vaccination has been shown to be entirely fraudulent. It's time to take out the trash. We are at the verge of a paradigm shift in medicine as a whole. Hopefully these court cases will accelerate the process by revealing the rot.
Chris and Sarah - I am so sorry you and other service members have gone through this. Shame on the Military for treating our servicemembers and their families this way. Go get 'em. I'm sure your military training will serve you well! For many of us, this is the fight of our lives. Wishing you and your family all the best. I will praying for you.