(1) Acknowledge part of David's world view re. conspiracy against his organization and right to defend themselves from what they perceived as an illegitimate attack on Sunday.

(2) Create illusion that he can win in court and in the press, not go to prison, and emerge with more followers than he has now. Specific Points to Make with Koresh:

--Enemies of your religion have provided information to ATF and other organizations about you. This information has been fed in from around the world.

--These allegations have included suspected child abuse (leading to a social service investigation) and claims that the Branch Dividians have been involved in drug smuggling operations for drug cartels and illegal arms trading (leading to greater scrutiny of your weapons purchases than of most gun purchases).

--To David's credit., when he found a methamphetamine Jan en the presises, he ~urned it over to the Sheriff, but thi• did not halt the development of rumors about drug operations.

--The ATF continued to receive information, some anonymously, from people who painted the Branch Dividians in an unflattering light and portrayed them as a threat to the community. Acting on the information they received, ATF was attempting to protect society from what they thought was a dangerous organization. To try to obtain more reliable information, ATF even resorted to deception, having Robert Gonzales cultivate your acquaintance, as you suspected.

--As a result of numerous miscalculations, this tragedy

at your Temple occurred on Sunday.

--Sitting as a Monday morning quarterback, it looks like your organization may have been the victim of a conspiracy

--DOVIC. ❤o can underland unY YOU!!

they did Sunday morning because of your forvent isoto defense, defense of your religious beliefs, defense of your family, and in the Word of Revelationa.

--You must know that in their seal to seize weapons from drug dealers, criminals, organized crime, and gangs, ATF always runs the risk of seizing weapons from people who are not criminals.

--David, mistakes have been made but you have an obligation to your God and your family to expose the conspiracy that has been perpetrated against you and your beliefs. You Bust come forward now to expose this conspiracy and to let both Christians and those who have not yet accepted God's Word know the truth.

--Others who have been in a similar situation have stood up against ATF, sometimes with the help of the Gun Owner's of America, the Second Amendment Foundation, or the friends of their churches, and victories have been won by

--You must emerge now to air your side of the story in the press and in court, as this is your opportunity to reach people the world over both to expose them to the conspiracy and to the knowledge God has given you.

--Taking your story and your message to the people will no doubt test your faith, but this is the only way your flock can grow. Even now, there are people responding to news reports by traveling to Waco to join you, but they cannot in this situation. Ask yourself, David, whether this is God's way of testing your resolve to spread His Word beyond the walls of your Temple.

1. Insure safety of CHILDREN, who are truly victims,

in this situation.

2. Facilitate the peaceful surrender of DAVID KORESH and his followers, from Branch Davidians Compound, Mt. Carmel, Texas.

BACKGROUND INFO

A psychological profile of DAVID KORESH by the Investigative Support Unit, FBI Academy, has revealed that KORESH possess significant characteristics associated with psychopaths; that is, he will generally act only in his self interest, rarely accepts blame for his actions, is manipulative, cunning, and has the ability of controlling the actions of others. He will display rapid flashes of anger, if provoked, and will act impulsively.

A generic psychological profile of past and current Bombers of, Branch Davidiars. reveal that many of his members possess low self-esteem, are unable to act or think for themselves, and are easily manipulated by dominant individuals like KORESH. When faced with a crisis, they would be expected to follow the dictates of KORESH, not think for themselves, nor question his authority.

In 1986, DAVID KORESH established his temple in Mt. Carmel, outside of Waco, Texas. In 1987, KORESH and 7 of his followers were engaged in a gun battle with GEORGE RODEN of rival religious faction. Since 1987, KORESH and his followers have become increasingly more paranoid, regarding his enemies, which includes the United States Government, and he has been stockpiling large quantities of arms and ammunition, for the inevitable battle between his church and his enemies. For years

he has been brainwashing his followers for this battle, and on

As of March 5, 1993, KORESH is still able to convince his followers that the end is near and, as he predicted, their enemies will surround them and kill them.

In traditional hostage situations, a strategy which has been successful has been negotiations toupled with ever increasing tactical presence. In this situation however, it is believed this strategy, if carried to excess, could eventually be counter productive and could result in loss of life.

Every time his followers sense movement of tactical personnel, KORESH validates his prophetic warnings that an attack is forthcoming and they are going to have to defend themselves. According to his teachings, if they die defending their faith, they will be saved. As a result of their religious. indoctrinations and fears, they will fight rather than surrender. Despite the heavy loss of life on both sides, their resolve to follow KORESH and die for his cause, has not been diminished

It should be noted that more children have been

released from this compound when tactical forces were maintained at a greater distance, than when they have been moved closer. If these forces continue to move closer to the compound, the increased paranoia of these people could result in their firing weapons, thus encouraging retaliation, leading to an escalation of violence.

These people do not have the ability of responding to logical arguments. Most of them are frightened pawns of DAVİD KORESH and will listen to him.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Because of the tremendous fear felt by the majority of DAVID KORESH's followers, it is recommended there be a temporary de-escalation of the forward movement of tactical personnel. Instead, an effort must be made to reduce the influence KORESH has on the minds of his followers and convince them that a battle is not inevitable, and that KORESH's predictions are wrong.

In order to drive a wedge between DAVID KORESH and his women followers, we should consider offering to pull back, ONLY if they release more children.

Since these people fear law enforcement, offer them the opportunity of surrendering to a neutral party of their choosing